Peanuts vs Cashews

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Peanuts is generally healthier

Peanuts comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (26g vs 18g), more fiber (9g vs 3.3g), less sugar (4.7g vs 5.9g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Cashews

553 kcal

More Protein

Peanuts

26g

More Fiber

Peanuts

9g

Less Sugar

Peanuts

4.7g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Peanuts
567
Cashews
553
Proteinper 100g
Peanuts
26g
Cashews
18g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Peanuts
16g
Cashews
30g
Fatper 100g
Peanuts
49g
Cashews
44g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientPeanutsCashewsDifference
Calories567kcal553kcal+14.0kcal
Protein26g18g+8.0g
Carbohydrates16g30g-14.0g
Fat49g44g+5.0g
Fiber9g3.3g+5.7g
Sugar4.7g5.9g-1.2g
Sodium18mg10mg+8.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

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

Peanuts

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

Cashews

Per 100g:553 calories
Per cup (150g):830 calories
Per serving (85g):470 calories

Diet Compatibility

Peanuts

High-ProteinVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Cashews

High-ProteinVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Peanuts

  • Higher in protein (26g vs 18g)
  • More fiber (9g vs 3.3g)
  • Lower in carbs (16g vs 30g)
  • Less sugar (4.7g vs 5.9g)

Common Uses

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When to Choose Cashews

  • Lower in calories (553 vs 567)
  • Lower sodium (10mg vs 18mg)

Common Uses

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