Almond or cashew?
Two snacking-and-recipe nuts. Almond leans toward fiber; cashew, toward minerals.
Side by side (per 100 g)
| per 100 g | almond | cashew | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 579 | 553 | |
| Protein | 21g | 18g | |
| Carbs | 22g | 30g | |
| Fiber | 11.6g | 3.7g | |
| Fat | 50g | 44g |
source: TACO/USDA
Who wins at what
Almond has more fiber and is the vitamin E champion. Cashew has less fat and more carbs, and shines in copper and iron. In small handfuls, both are quality snacks.
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