Calories in Almonds
Almonds has about 69 calories per 10 almonds (12 g), or 579 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 2.5 g protein, 2.6 g carbs and 6 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Nuts, almonds).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 10 almonds (12 g) | 1 handful (28 g) (28 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 579 kcal | 69 kcal | 162 kcal |
| Protein | 21.2 g | 2.5 g | 5.9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 21.6 g | 2.6 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 49.9 g | 6 g | 14 g |
| Fiber | 12.5 g | 1.5 g | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 4.4 g | 0.5 g | 1.2 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0 mg | 0 mg |
About Almonds
Almonds are about 580 kcal per 100 g — ten almonds is 70 kcal, a handful is 165. They are rich in vitamin E, fibre and healthy fats, and they are also the easiest thing in the world to eat a hundred of.
Tip: Count them out. Ten in the morning is a good habit; a bowl on the table is not.
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Common questions
How many calories are in almonds?+
About 69 kcal per 10 almonds (12 g), or 579 kcal per 100 g. Nutrient-dense but very calorie-dense; portion by count.
How many calories in 1 handful (28 g) of almonds?+
1 handful (28 g) (28 g) is roughly 162 kcal with 5.9 g protein, 6 g carbs and 14 g fat.
Is almonds high in protein?+
Yes — 10 almonds gives about 2.5 g protein for 69 kcal, which is 14% of its calories from protein.
Is almonds good for weight loss?+
Almonds is calorie-dense (579 kcal per 100 g), so it is easy to over-eat. It can still fit a weight-loss diet in a small, measured portion, but it should not be a daily staple.
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