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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Pistachio Nuts"
| Food Name: Pistachio Nuts | |
| Food Group: Nuts and Seeds | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 560 | Total Fat (g): 45 |
| Protein (g): 20 | Carbohydrates (g): 27 |
| Sugars (g): 8 | Fiber (g): 11 |
| Net Carbs (g): 17 | Water (g): 4 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 6 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 23257 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 14380 | Omega-3 (mg): 289 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 14091 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 516 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 26 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 6 | Vitamin E (mg): 3 |
| Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 | Vitamin B6 (mg): 2 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 51 | Food Folate (mcg): 51 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 51 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 105 | Iron (mg): 4 |
| Magnesium (mg): 121 | Phosphorus (mg): 490 |
| Potassium (mg): 1025 | Sodium (mg): 1 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Copper (mg): 1 |
| Manganese (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 7 |
| Fluoride (mcg): 3 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 251 | Threonine (mg): 684 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 917 | Leucine (mg): 1604 |
| Lysine (mg): 1138 | Methionine (mg): 360 |
| Cystine (mg): 292 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1092 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 509 | Valine (mg): 1249 |
| Arginine (mg): 2134 | Histidine (mg): 512 |
| Alanine (mg): 973 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1884 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 4300 | Glycine (mg): 1009 |
| Proline (mg): 938 | Serine (mg): 1283 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 305 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 10 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 2903 | PRAL Score: 2 |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Sucrose (g): 7 | Starch (g): 2 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Pistachio Nuts
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Pistachio Nuts'?
100 grams of 'Pistachio Nuts' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 20g (around 40% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 27g (around 10% of daily requirement),
Fat – 45g (around 58% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Pistachio Nuts'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Pistachio Nuts' provides around 560 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 28% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Pistachio Nuts' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Pistachio Nuts' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 20g protein, 27g carbs, and 45g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Pistachio Nuts' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Pistachio Nuts' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Magnesium (mg): 121 mg (29% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 490 mg (39% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Iron (mg): 4 mg (22% DV),
Potassium (mg): 1025 mg (22% DV),
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV).
'Pistachio Nuts' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 105 mg (8% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 7 mcg (13% DV),
Sodium (mg): 1 mg (0% DV),
Fluoride (mcg): 3 mcg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Pistachio Nuts in significant amounts?
'Pistachio Nuts' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 mg (83% DV),
Vitamin B6 (mg): 2 mg (154% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin A (IU): 516 IU (17% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 3 mg (20% DV),
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Pistachio Nuts' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 26 mcg (3% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 6 mg (7% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 51 mcg (13% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 51 mcg (13% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 51 mcg (13% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Pistachio Nuts' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 6 g (30% of max recommended).