Cashews vs Avocado
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Avocado is generally healthier
Avocado comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (160 vs 553), more fiber (7g vs 3.3g), less sugar (0.7g vs 5.9g), less sodium (7mg vs 10mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Avocado
160 kcal
More Protein
Cashews
18g
More Fiber
Avocado
7g
Less Sugar
Avocado
0.7g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Cashews
553
Avocado
160
Proteinper 100g
Cashews
18g
Avocado
3g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Cashews
30g
Avocado
9g
Fatper 100g
Cashews
44g
Avocado
15g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Cashews
Per 100g:553 calories
Per cup (150g):830 calories
Per serving (85g):470 calories
Avocado
Per 100g:160 calories
Per cup (150g):240 calories
Per serving (85g):136 calories
Diet Compatibility
Cashews
High-ProteinVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Avocado
Low-CarbVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Cashews
- ✓Higher in protein (18g vs 3g)
Common Uses
SnackingToppingsTrail mixBaking
When to Choose Avocado
- ✓Lower in calories (160 vs 553)
- ✓More fiber (7g vs 3.3g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (9g vs 30g)
- ✓Less sugar (0.7g vs 5.9g)
- ✓Lower sodium (7mg vs 10mg)
Common Uses
Fresh snacksSmoothiesDessertsBreakfast bowls