Cashew nuts
Low GI
GL 2.2 per piece (28 g) · GL 8 per 100 g
- Rich in healthy unsaturated fats
- Moderate calorie density
Cashew nuts has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One piece (28 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.2.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #2515374 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Cashew nuts
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9 g | 0.7 |
| 1 oz (approx. 18 nuts) | 28 g | 2.2 |
| 1 cup | 137 g | 11 |
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 | 43.9 g |
| Saturated | 7.8 g |
| Unsaturated | 36.1 g |
| Sodium | 12 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Rich in healthy unsaturated fats
- Good source of plant protein
- Contains essential minerals (magnesium, zinc)
- Moderate calorie density
- Contains some saturated fat
- Low in fiber compared to other nuts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cashew nuts?
Cashew nuts has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One piece (28 g) has a glycemic load of 2.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 8.
Is Cashew nuts good for people with insulin resistance?
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?
Cashew nuts has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Cashew nuts in this database (8 per 100 g).
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