🌰 Almonds: calories and nutrition facts
100 g of almonds has about 579 kcal; 1 handful (28 g) has about 162 kcal. Below are the calories, protein, carbohydrates and fat per 100 g and per typical portion.
Calories in a typical portion
A typical portion is 1 handful (28 g), with about 162 kcal and 5.9 g of protein: roughly 8% of a 2,000 kcal reference day.
| 100 g | 1 handful (28 g) | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 579 | 162 |
| Protein (g) | 21 | 5.9 |
| Carbs (g) | 22 | 6.2 |
| Fat (g) | 50 | 14 |
Where do the calories come from?
Most of the energy comes from fat: about 72% of the calories. Per 100 g: 21 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.
How to log it accurately
The biggest error comes from the amount, not the food: a generous serving can be twice the typical portion. In Balanza you photograph the plate and it estimates the grams, or you pick a portion from the search, and you can adjust the grams before saving.
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In Balanza you photograph the plate or type its name, and the values are worked out and added to your diary. Free, no sign-up.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a portion of almonds?
1 handful (28 g): about 162 kcal and 5.9 g of protein.
How many calories are in 100 g of almonds?
100 g of almonds has about 579 kcal, with 21 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.
Is almonds high in protein?
Moderately: about 21 g of protein per 100 g. Useful as part of a meal, but not a main protein source.
How do I track almonds in my food diary?
The easiest way: photograph the plate in the Balanza app or type the food name, and the amount, calories and protein are worked out for you. You can adjust the grams before saving.
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Values are approximate and rounded, per 100 g of the edible part, based on food composition tables such as USDA FoodData Central. Real values vary with brand, variety and preparation. They are guidance, not a laboratory measurement.