Walnuts vs Avocado

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Avocado is generally healthier

Avocado comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (160 vs 654), more fiber (7g vs 6.7g), less sugar (0.7g vs 2.6g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Avocado

160 kcal

More Protein

Walnuts

9g

More Fiber

Avocado

7g

Less Sugar

Avocado

0.7g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Walnuts
654
Avocado
160
Proteinper 100g
Walnuts
9g
Avocado
3g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Walnuts
14g
Avocado
9g
Fatper 100g
Walnuts
65g
Avocado
15g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientWalnutsAvocadoDifference
Calories654kcal160kcal+494.0kcal
Protein9g3g+6.0g
Carbohydrates14g9g+5.0g
Fat65g15g+50.0g
Fiber6.7g7g-0.3g
Sugar2.6g0.7g+1.9g
Sodium2mg7mg-5.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

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

Walnuts

Per 100g:654 calories
Per cup (150g):981 calories
Per serving (85g):556 calories

Avocado

Per 100g:160 calories
Per cup (150g):240 calories
Per serving (85g):136 calories

Diet Compatibility

Walnuts

VeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Avocado

Low-CarbVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Walnuts

  • Higher in protein (9g vs 3g)
  • Lower sodium (2mg vs 7mg)

Common Uses

SnackingToppingsTrail mixBaking
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When to Choose Avocado

  • Lower in calories (160 vs 654)
  • More fiber (7g vs 6.7g)
  • Lower in carbs (9g vs 14g)
  • Less sugar (0.7g vs 2.6g)

Common Uses

Fresh snacksSmoothiesDessertsBreakfast bowls
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