Calorie comparison
Almonds vs Pistachios
Per 100 grams, pistachios is the lighter choice by 19 calories, while almonds delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Almonds | Pistachios |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 579 | 560 |
| Protein | 21 g | 20 g |
| Carbs | 22 g | 28 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 45 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌰 Almonds
1 oz (28 g)
162 cal
5.9 g protein · 6.2 g carbs · 14 g fat
🥜 Pistachios
1 oz (28 g)
157 cal
5.6 g protein · 7.8 g carbs · 12.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, almonds or pistachios?
Per 100 g, almonds has 579 calories and pistachios has 560. Pistachios is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, almonds or pistachios?
Almonds has 21 g of protein per 100 g; pistachios has 20 g. Almonds wins on protein.
Is almonds or pistachios better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward pistachios — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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