Ground cashew
Low GI
GL 1.2 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 8 per 100 g
- Rich in healthy unsaturated fats
- Moderate glycemic load for a nut
Ground cashew has a glycemic index of 25, the same as plain Cashew (25). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.2.
Updated Nov 19, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 553 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 5.9 g |
| Natural | 5.9 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.3 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 2.3 g |
| Protein | 18.2 g |
| Fat | 43.8 g |
| Saturated | 7.8 g |
| Unsaturated | 35 g |
| Sodium | 12 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Rich in healthy unsaturated fats
- Good source of plant protein
- Contains vitamins and minerals
- Moderate glycemic load for a nut
- High calorie density
- Contains some saturated fat
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Ground cashew?
Ground cashew has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 1.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 8.
Is Ground cashew good for people with insulin resistance?
Ground cashew has a low glycemic index (25), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Cashew has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cashew in this database, Unsalted Cashews has the lowest glycemic load (2 per 100 g).
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