Calorie comparison
Cashews vs Macadamia Nuts
Per 100 grams, cashews is the lighter choice by 165 calories, while cashews 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 | Cashews | Macadamia Nuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 553 | 718 |
| Protein | 18 g | 8 g |
| Carbs | 30 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 44 g | 76 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
🥜 Cashews
1 oz (28 g)
155 cal
5 g protein · 8.4 g carbs · 12.3 g fat
🌰 Macadamia Nuts
1 oz (28 g)
201 cal
2.2 g protein · 3.9 g carbs · 21.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cashews or macadamia nuts?
Per 100 g, cashews has 553 calories and macadamia nuts has 718. Cashews is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cashews or macadamia nuts?
Cashews has 18 g of protein per 100 g; macadamia nuts has 8 g. Cashews wins on protein.
Is cashews or macadamia nuts 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 cashews — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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