Pecans vs Walnuts
Both count toward 30 plants a week.
| Pecans | Walnuts | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 9.2 g | 15.2 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 13.9 g | 13.7 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 72.0 g | 65.2 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 9.6 g | 6.7 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 691.0 kcal | 654.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 1.3 g | 2.3 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 327 g · 2261 kcal | 197 g · 1288 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: Walnuts delivers 1.8× the protein per calorie of Pecans (2.3 g vs 1.3 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: WalnutsMore fiber / 100 g: PecansLighter per 100 g: WalnutsSmaller 30 g portion: Walnuts
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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.