Calories in almonds

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

Almonds (1 oz, 28 g) has 170 calories, with 5.9 g of protein, 6 g of carbohydrates and 14.9 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 598 kcal.

Values are for Nuts, almonds, dry roasted, without salt added. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

Almonds

Per 1 oz (28 g)


Calories170

Protein5.9 g
Carbohydrates6 g
   Fiber3.1 g
   Sugars1.4 g
Fat14.9 g
Sodium1 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in almonds by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g59821 g21 g52.5 g
1 cup whole kernels138 g82528.9 g29 g72.5 g
1 oz (22 whole kernels)28 g1705.9 g6 g14.9 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 13%Carbs 13%Fat 74%

Almonds has a high energy density (6.0 kcal per gram). It provides 3.5 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Nuts & seeds: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Chia seeds48616.5 g42.1 g30.7 g
Cashews55318.2 g30.2 g43.9 g
Peanuts58724.4 g21.3 g49.7 g
Peanut butter59822.2 g22.3 g51.4 g
Almonds59821 g21 g52.5 g
Walnuts65415.2 g13.7 g65.2 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 170158. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in almonds?

170 calories in 1 oz (28 g), or 598 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in almonds?

5.9 g of protein in 1 oz (28 g) (21 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in almonds?

6 g of carbohydrates in 1 oz (28 g), including 3.1 g of fiber.