Roasted cashew nuts
Low GI
GL 11 per cup (137 g) · GL 8 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index and glycemic load
- Lower fiber-to-carbohydrate ratio compared to other nuts
Roasted cashew nuts has a glycemic index of 25, the same as plain Cashew nuts (25). One cup (137 g) adds a glycemic load of 11.
Updated Jul 3, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Roasted cashew nuts is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9 g | 0.7 |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 2.2 |
| 1 cup | 137 g | 11 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 574 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 | 15.3 g |
| Fat | 46.4 g |
| Saturated | 9.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 35.7 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic index and glycemic load
- Good source of plant-based protein and healthy unsaturated fats
- Lower fiber-to-carbohydrate ratio compared to other nuts
- Higher carbohydrate content than most tree nuts
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Roasted cashew nuts?
Roasted cashew nuts has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One cup (137 g) has a glycemic load of 11; per 100 g the glycemic load is 8.
Is Roasted cashew nuts good for people with insulin resistance?
Roasted cashew nuts 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 nuts has the lowest glycemic load?
Roasted cashew nuts has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Cashew nuts in this database (8 per 100 g).
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