Cashew
What it is
Cashews are edible nut kernels. The selected record is the USDA raw-kernel food profile; it does not describe salted roasted cashews, cashew butter or a diluted cashew beverage.
What it does
Per 100 g, the reference contains 18.2 g of protein, 43.8 g of fat and 292 mg of magnesium. Magnesium has established roles in nerve and muscle function.
Research context and ingredient forms
A nut food and a beverage made from it can differ greatly in concentration and added ingredients. Do not assign the kernel protein or mineral content to a glass of cashew beverage.
Using this information
Weigh the edible kernels when using this table. For sauces or blended drinks, account for the amount of cashew and the other ingredients in the entire recipe.
Considerations
Cashew is a tree-nut allergen; consult the ingredient and cross-contact information for the actual product.
Food sources and composition
| Nutrient | Amount and serving basis | Food and source |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 553 kcal per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
| Protein | 18.2 g per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
| Total lipid (fat) | 43.8 g per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 30.2 g per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.3 g per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 292 mg per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
| Potassium, K | 660 mg per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
| Sodium, Na | 12 mg per 100 g edible portion | Nuts, cashew nuts, raw; Nuts, cashew nuts, raw SR Legacy April 2018; FDC published 2019-04-01 |
Scientific Research & References
- Nuts, cashew nuts, raw
2019 · USDA Agricultural Research Service
Limitations: Historical food/preparation-specific composition, not a current brand label or clinical-outcome estimate.
Source assessment recorded.
- USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Legacy Release: Documentation
2018 · USDA Agricultural Research Service
Limitations: Historical dataset; values may be analytical, calculated, imputed, or assumed zero. Not clinical-outcome evidence.
Source assessment recorded.
- Magnesium: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Fact Sheet
NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
Limitations: Supports only the stated food identity or normal nutrient role; not proof of a food-specific treatment benefit.
Source assessment recorded.
- Food Allergies
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Limitations: Used for major-allergen identification and label awareness; not an individual allergy diagnosis.
Source assessment recorded.
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Products containing it
No label-specific product relationship has been reviewed for this entry.