Brazil nuts: Nutrition Facts
Brazil nuts are the edible seeds of the Amazonian tree Bertholletia excelsa, commonly eaten as a tree nut. They are high in fat and energy per gram. The USDA SR Legacy entry below describes the dried, unblanched form.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 659 | 14.3 | 11.7 | 7.5 | 67.1 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 659 (33%) | 14.3 (29%) | 11.7 (4%) | 7.5 (27%) | 67.1 (86%) |
| 1 kernel (~5 g) | 33 (2%) | 0.7 (1%) | 0.6 (0%) | 0.4 (1%) | 3.4 (4%) |
| 1 oz, 6 kernels (~28 g) | 187 (9%) | 4.1 (8%) | 3.3 (1%) | 2.1 (8%) | 19.0 (24%) |
| 1 cup whole (~133 g) | 876 (44%) | 19.0 (38%) | 15.6 (6%) | 10.0 (36%) | 89.2 (114%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 659 | 33% |
| Protein (g) | 14.3 | 29% |
| Carb (g) | 11.7 | 4% |
| Fiber (g) | 7.5 | 27% |
| Fat (g) | 67.1 | 86% |
How much protein in Brazil nuts?
Brazil nuts, dried, unblanched, contains 14.3 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 kernel (~5 g) serving therefore provides about 0.7 g of protein.
How many calories in Brazil nuts?
Brazil nuts, dried, unblanched, supplies about 659 kcal per 100 g. A 1 kernel (~5 g) serving works out to roughly 33 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 kernel (~5 g): 33 kcal, 0.7 g protein, 3.4 g fat
- 1 oz, 6 kernels (~28 g): 187 kcal, 4.1 g protein, 19.0 g fat
- 1 cup whole (~133 g): 876 kcal, 19.0 g protein, 89.2 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 170569, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29