Calorie comparison
Macadamia Nuts vs Peanuts
Per 100 grams, peanuts is the lighter choice by 151 calories, while peanuts 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 | Macadamia Nuts | Peanuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 718 | 567 |
| Protein | 8 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 14 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 76 g | 49 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
🌰 Macadamia Nuts
1 oz (28 g)
201 cal
2.2 g protein · 3.9 g carbs · 21.3 g fat
🥜 Peanuts
1 oz (28 g)
159 cal
7.3 g protein · 4.5 g carbs · 13.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, macadamia nuts or peanuts?
Per 100 g, macadamia nuts has 718 calories and peanuts has 567. Peanuts is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, macadamia nuts or peanuts?
Macadamia Nuts has 8 g of protein per 100 g; peanuts has 26 g. Peanuts wins on protein.
Is macadamia nuts or peanuts 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 peanuts — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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