How many calories in cashews?
Per 100 g, cashews provides about 553 kcal. But what matters is your real portion — and its size varies. Here are the reference values, common portions, and an honest range.
150–180 kcal · 1 handful1 handful (≈ 30 g) ≈ 166 kcal, i.e. a range of 150–180 kcal depending on size. A single to-the-gram number would be misleading.
Nutrition facts per 100 g
Calories per portion
Indicative reference values (e.g. ANSES Ciqual / USDA FoodData Central); real products vary.
Estimate cashews from a photo, without weighing
With Volumeal, photograph your plate: cashews is identified and its portion estimated, with a confidence range rather than a fake exact number. You can correct the portion in one tap to tighten the estimate.
To set your target, use the calorie calculator. For the full method, see how to count calories from a photo.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories in 1 handful?＋
About 166 kcal (1 handful, ≈ 30 g), with a range of 150 to 180 kcal depending on real size.
What is the value per 100 g of cashews?＋
About 553 kcal per 100 g, with 18 g protein, 30 g carbs and 44 g fat (reference values).
Do I need to weigh this food?＋
No: photograph your meal with Volumeal and the portion is estimated for you, with a confidence range.