Macadamia nuts vs Almonds
Both count toward 30 plants a week.
| Macadamia nuts | Almonds | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 7.8 g | 21.1 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 24.1 g | 21.6 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 64.9 g | 49.9 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 7.6 g | 12.5 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 718 kcal | 579.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 1.1 g | 3.7 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 385 g · 2765 kcal | 142 g · 821 kcal |
The same three numbers, drawn
What 30 g of protein looks like on a plate
Where the calories come from
The one-line verdict: Almonds delivers 3.4× the protein per calorie of Macadamia nuts (3.7 g vs 1.1 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: AlmondsMore fiber / 100 g: AlmondsLighter per 100 g: AlmondsSmaller 30 g portion: Almonds
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.