Cashew
Recipes featuring Cashew
Nutritional Content (per 100g)
18.0
%
Proteins
Moderate protein from the cashew seed.
43.0
%
Fats
Dominated by oleic acid (a heart-friendly monounsaturated fat).
30.0
%
Carbohydrates
3.3
%
Fiber
Mildly fibrous due to seed coat.
5.2
%
Sugar
Health Scores
18/100
Proteins
Moderate protein from the cashew seed.
27/100
Fats
Dominated by oleic acid (a heart-friendly monounsaturated fat).
3/100
Fiber
Mildly fibrous due to seed coat.
85/100
Vitamins
Supplies various B vitamins and some vitamin K for bone health.
45/100
Antioxidants
Moderate polyphenols; not as high as some other nuts.
62/100
Prebiotic
Detailed Nutritional Information
Proteins
18.0 % per 100g
Moderate protein from the cashew seed.
Fats
43.0 % per 100g
Dominated by oleic acid (a heart-friendly monounsaturated fat).
Carbohydrates
30.0 % per 100g
Fiber
3.3 % per 100g
Mildly fibrous due to seed coat.
Sugar
5.2 % per 100g
Proteins
Quality score: 18/100
Moderate protein from the cashew seed.
Fats
Quality score: 27/100
Dominated by oleic acid (a heart-friendly monounsaturated fat).
Fiber
Quality score: 3/100
Mildly fibrous due to seed coat.
Vitamins
Quality score: 85/100
Supplies various B vitamins and some vitamin K for bone health.
Antioxidants
Quality score: 45/100
Moderate polyphenols; not as high as some other nuts.
Prebiotic
Quality score: 62/100
Healthy Recipes with Cashew
Cashew nut stir-fry
A flavorful stir-fry featuring cashew nuts, vegetables, and a savory sauce, often served with rice or noodles.
Kaju Katli
A traditional Indian sweet made from ground cashews and sugar, shaped into diamond pieces.
Cashew chicken
A Chinese-American dish featuring stir-fried chicken, cashews, and vegetables in a savory sauce.
Chicken with Cashew Nuts
A stir-fry dish with chicken, cashew nuts, vegetables, and a savory sauce.
Cashew curry
A creamy and flavorful curry made with cashews, spices, and a rich coconut or tomato-based sauce.
