Raw Whole Almonds Calories and Nutrition Facts
Raw Whole Almonds has 626 calories per 100 g, with 21.5 g protein, 20 g carbs and 51.1 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Nuts, almonds, whole, raw (FDC ID: 2346393).
One standard serving of raw whole almonds (1 oz / ~23 almonds (28.4 g)) contains 178 calories, 6.1g protein, 5.7g total carbs (2.6g net carbs), and 14.5g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 626 calories.
Energy density
6.26 kcal/g
high
Protein / 100 kcal
3.4 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
9.2 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
16 g
≈ 0.6 oz
- Sugars
- 0g
- Fibre
- 3.1g
- Saturated fat
- 1.1g
- Sodium
- 0mg
Raw Whole Almonds Portion & Serving Size Comparison
Compare calories, carbs, net carbs, and macros across common household measurements.
| Portion Size | Weight | Calories | Total Carbs | Net Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz / ~23 almonds (28.4 g) | 28.4 g | 178 kcal | 5.7 g | 2.6 g | 6.1 g | 14.5 g |
| 1 almond (1.2 g) | 1.2 g | 8 kcal | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0.3 g | 0.6 g |
| 5 almonds (6.1 g) | 6.1 g | 38 kcal | 1.2 g | 0.5 g | 1.3 g | 3.1 g |
| 10 almonds (12.3 g) | 12.3 g | 77 kcal | 2.5 g | 1.2 g | 2.6 g | 6.3 g |
| 20 almonds (24.7 g) | 24.7 g | 155 kcal | 4.9 g | 2.2 g | 5.3 g | 12.6 g |
| 30 almonds (37 g) | 37 g | 232 kcal | 7.4 g | 3.4 g | 8 g | 18.9 g |
| 1 cup (143 g) | 143 g | 895 kcal | 28.6 g | 13.2 g | 30.7 g | 73.1 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 626 kcal | 20 g | 9.2 g | 21.5 g | 51.1 g |
Nuts, almonds, whole, raw nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for nuts, almonds, whole, raw per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 oz / ~23 almonds (28.4 g), alongside the share of the FDA Daily Value each nutrient covers. Most of its calories come from fat, and it is high in protein (21.5 g per 100 g), a good source of fibre.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 oz / ~23 almonds (28.4 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 626 kcal | 178 kcal | — |
| Protein | 21.5 g | 6.1 g | 43% |
| Carbohydrate | 20 g | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Fat | 51.1 g | 14.5 g | 66% |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g | — |
| Fibre | 10.8 g | 3.1 g | 39% |
| Saturated fat | 3.8 g | 1.1 g | 19% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
*Percent Daily Value per 100 g, against the FDA reference intakes for adults and children 4+ years (50 g protein, 275 g carbohydrate, 28 g fibre, 78 g fat, 20 g saturated fat, 2300 mg sodium). Total sugars has no Daily Value — the 50 g reference applies to added sugars only, and USDA reports total sugars here.
Raw Whole Almonds calories by weight: ounces, pounds and grams
USDA publishes this food per 100 g, so here is the same profile converted to the weights a kitchen scale and a US recipe actually use. At 6.26 kcal per gram (high energy density), energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 177 kcal | 6.1 g | 5.7 g | 14.5 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 626 kcal | 21.5 g | 20 g | 51.1 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 710 kcal | 24.4 g | 22.7 g | 57.9 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 1420 kcal | 48.8 g | 45.4 g | 115.9 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 2839 kcal | 97.5 g | 90.7 g | 231.8 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 2346393.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How raw whole almonds compares to other nuts & seeds
Against the 19 nuts & seeds in this database, raw whole almonds ranks 11th lowest in calories and 3rd highest in protein. The category averages 616 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 2% above it. The lightest option in the category is flour, chestnut at 385 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is seeds, pumpkin seeds (pepitas), raw at 29.9 g per 100 g.
| Nuts & Seeds (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥜 Nuts, almonds, dry roasted, with salt added | 620 kcal | 20.4 g | 6.2 |
| 🥜 Flour, almond | 622 kcal | 26.2 g | 6.22 |
| 🥜 Nuts, almonds, whole, raw (this page) | 626 kcal | 21.5 g | 6.26 |
| 🥜 Nuts, hazelnuts or filberts, raw | 641 kcal | 13.5 g | 6.41 |
| 🥜 Almond butter, creamy | 645 kcal | 20.8 g | 6.45 |
Portion planning with raw whole almonds
- 100 calories comes to about 16 g (0.6 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 93 g, bringing 582 kcal with it — that is 3.4 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Fibre density is 1.7 g per 100 calories, covering 39% of the daily fibre target per 100 g.
- Macro split by calories: 13% carbs, 14% protein, 73% fat.
Nutrient screening detail
The badges near the top of this page come from screening the per-100 g values against the FDA nutrient-content thresholds in 21 CFR 101.54–101.62. The regulations define those claims per reference serving rather than per 100 g, so treat these as a like-for-like comparison between foods, not as a statement about a product label:
- High protein — 21.5 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- High fibre — 10.8 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Sodium free — 0 mg per 100 g (< 5 mg)
- Sugar free — 0 g total sugars per 100 g (< 0.5 g)
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Raw Whole Almonds FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 oz / ~23 almonds (28.4 g) of raw whole almonds?
One serving of 1 oz / ~23 almonds (28.4 g) provides 178 calories, 5.7 g total carbs (2.6 g net carbs), 6.1 g protein, and 14.5 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 1 almond (1.2 g) of raw whole almonds?
1 almond (1.2 g) of raw whole almonds provides 8 calories, 0.3 g protein, 0.2 g total carbs (0.1 g net carbs), and 0.6 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 5 almonds (6.1 g) of raw whole almonds?
5 almonds (6.1 g) of raw whole almonds provides 38 calories, 1.3 g protein, 1.2 g total carbs (0.5 g net carbs), and 3.1 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 10 almonds (12.3 g) of raw whole almonds?
10 almonds (12.3 g) of raw whole almonds provides 77 calories, 2.6 g protein, 2.5 g total carbs (1.2 g net carbs), and 6.3 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of raw whole almonds?
Raw Whole Almonds contains 626 calories per 100 g, with 21.5 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate, and 51.1 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for raw whole almonds?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Nuts, almonds, whole, raw" is FDC ID: 2346393. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of raw whole almonds?
By calories, raw whole almonds is approximately 13% carbohydrates, 14% protein, and 73% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of raw whole almonds?
One ounce (28 g) of raw whole almonds has 177 calories, with 6.1 g protein, 5.7 g carbs and 14.5 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 710 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 2839 calories.
How much raw whole almonds is 100 calories?
About 16 g of raw whole almonds supplies 100 calories, because it carries 6.26 kcal per gram (high energy density). Energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
How much raw whole almonds do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 93 g of raw whole almonds, which also brings 582 calories with it. That works out to 3.4 g of protein per 100 calories.
How many net carbs are in raw whole almonds?
Per 100 g, raw whole almonds has 9.2 g net carbs — 20 g total carbohydrate minus 10.8 g fibre.
Is raw whole almonds high or low in calories for a nuts & seed?
Raw Whole Almonds sits 2% above the nuts & seeds average of 616 kcal per 100 g, ranking 11th lowest of 19 in this category.
Is this nutrition data free to use?
Yes. The data is sourced directly from USDA FoodData Central (CC0 public domain). Viewing and scaling portions here is 100% free with no sign-up — and you can log this food free in our online food diary.