Flaxseeds vs Peanuts

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Flaxseeds is generally healthier

Flaxseeds comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (534 vs 567), more fiber (27g vs 9g), less sugar (1.6g vs 4.7g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Flaxseeds

534 kcal

More Protein

Peanuts

26g

More Fiber

Flaxseeds

27g

Less Sugar

Flaxseeds

1.6g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Flaxseeds
534
Peanuts
567
Proteinper 100g
Flaxseeds
18g
Peanuts
26g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Flaxseeds
29g
Peanuts
16g
Fatper 100g
Flaxseeds
42g
Peanuts
49g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientFlaxseedsPeanutsDifference
Calories534kcal567kcal-33.0kcal
Protein18g26g-8.0g
Carbohydrates29g16g+13.0g
Fat42g49g-7.0g
Fiber27g9g+18.0g
Sugar1.6g4.7g-3.1g
Sodium30mg18mg+12.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Flaxseeds

Per 100g:534 calories
Per cup (150g):801 calories
Per serving (85g):454 calories

Peanuts

Per 100g:567 calories
Per cup (150g):851 calories
Per serving (85g):482 calories

Diet Compatibility

Flaxseeds

High-ProteinVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Peanuts

High-ProteinVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Flaxseeds

  • Lower in calories (534 vs 567)
  • More fiber (27g vs 9g)
  • Less sugar (1.6g vs 4.7g)

Common Uses

SnackingToppingsTrail mixBaking
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When to Choose Peanuts

  • Higher in protein (26g vs 18g)
  • Lower in carbs (16g vs 29g)
  • Lower sodium (18mg vs 30mg)

Common Uses

SnackingToppingsTrail mixBaking
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