Calories in almonds
A usual serving, 1 handful (30 g), has about 175 kcal; 100 g ≈ 579 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 579 | 21 g | 50 g | 9.1 g | 13 g |
| 1 handful 30 g | 174 | 6.3 g | 15 g | 2.7 g | 3.8 g |
Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:
Calories per serving
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 handful 30 g | 174 | 6.3 g | 15 g | 2.7 g |
| 10 almonds 13 g | 75 | 2.7 g | 6.5 g | 1.2 g |
How it fits into a day
A handful of almonds is about 23 nuts or 30 g, which is about 175 kcal. Almonds are calorie-dense because they are mostly fat, but a handful also gives you 6.3 g protein and 3.8 g fibre. About 80% of the calories come from fat.
A usual serving (1 handful) is about 9% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.
Lighter options
- Weigh a 30 g handful once and you'll know what it looks like without scales.
- From an open bag it's easy to eat 100 g, which is about 580 kcal, as much as a proper lunch.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a handful of almonds?
About 175 kcal in 30 g, with 6.3 g protein, 15 g fat and 2.7 g carbs.
How many calories are in 100 g of almonds?
About 579 kcal per 100 g: 21 g protein, 50 g fat and 9.1 g carbs, plus 13 g fibre.
Do roasted almonds have more calories than raw ones?
Slightly: dry-roasted almonds have about 20 kcal more per 100 g because they lose some water, and salt adds no calories. How many you eat makes a much bigger difference.
See also
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Sunflower seeds
582 kcal
per 100 g
handful of kernels: 175 kcal
-
Peanuts
587 kcal
per 100 g
1 handful: 175 kcal
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Hazelnuts
628 kcal
per 100 g
1 handful: 190 kcal
Full table: Fruit and nuts