Calories in Brazil Nuts: Per 100 g, Per Serving & Nutrition Facts
How many calories in Brazil nuts: per 100 g and per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: three, 15 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 659 kcal | 99 kcal |
| Energy (kilojoules) | 2,757 kJ | 414 kJ |
| Protein | 14 g | 2.1 g |
| Fat | 67 g | 10 g |
| incl. saturated | 15 g | 2.3 g |
| Total carbohydrates | 12 g | 1.8 g |
| incl. sugars | 2.3 g | 0.3 g |
| incl. fiber | 7.5 g | 1.1 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g |
*Where the numbers come from
Values per 100 g as eaten, averaged from food composition tables (USDA FoodData Central and others) and rounded — a specific brand or recipe will differ a little. Carbohydrates are total carbohydrate, fiber included, as on a US Nutrition Facts label.
659 kcal (2,757 kJ) per 100 g · P/F/C 14/67/12 g
Serving (three, 15 g) — 99 kcal (414 kJ) · Nutri-Score B
Per 100 g: sugar: low saturated fat: high salt: low fiber: high
Are Brazil nuts healthy?
Yes, with an eye on the portion. On their nutrient profile, Brazil nuts get grade B on the open 2023 Nutri-Score algorithm.
For
- Fiber: 7.5 g per 100 g, 1.1 g per serving.
Against
- Calorie-dense: 659 kcal per 100 g — a serving (three, 15 g) is 99 kcal.
A typical serving (three, 15 g) has 99 kcal, 2.1 g protein, 10 g fat and 1.8 g carbs. Other weights in the table.
How we judge this, and the sources
For oils, nuts and seeds Nutri-Score uses its own table: instead of calories it weighs the share of saturated fat in the fat, plus sugar and salt, against protein and fiber. Calories don't count against them, which is why calorie density is listed as a separate reason.
The answer comes from the food's composition, not from opinion: its Nutri-Score grade on the open 2023 algorithm, a traffic light for sugar, salt, saturated fat and fiber per 100 g, and the share of daily reference amounts in a typical serving (for salt, sugar, fiber and vegetables, those of the WHO). It rates the food's nutrient profile; it is not medical advice. Formulas, thresholds and every source are on the methodology page; last checked against the sources on November 1, 2026. The short food description was written by our language model (AI) — how we check the text.
More about this food
Brazil nuts are famous for selenium — so rich that one or two nuts a day is plenty, and eating many daily isn't advised.
protein 8%fat 89%carbs 3%
Vitamins and minerals in Brazil nuts
Per 100 g, the standouts are selenium — 1,920 mcg, 3491% of the Daily Value (#1 of 16 in our nuts & seeds section); copper — 1.7 mg, 193% of the Daily Value (#3 of 16 in our nuts & seeds section); magnesium — 376 mg, 90% of the Daily Value (#3 of 16 in our nuts & seeds section).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: three, 15 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin E | 5.7 mg | 0.85 mg | 6% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.62 mg | 0.09 mg | 8% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.01 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.02 mg | 1% |
| Folate (B9) | 22 mcg | 3.3 mcg | 1% |
| Potassium | 659 mg | 99 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 24 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 376 mg | 56 mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 725 mg | 109 mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 0.36 mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 4.1 mg | 0.61 mg | 6% |
| Copper | 1.7 mg | 0.26 mg | 29% |
| Manganese | 1.2 mg | 0.18 mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 1,920 mcg | 288 mcg | 524% |
*Where the vitamin numbers come from
Vitamins and minerals come from the USDA FoodData Central record “Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched” (FDC ID 170569, SR Legacy; public domain), checked October 14, 2026; the record was matched to this food by calories, protein and fat. % DV is per serving, against the FDA Daily Values used on Nutrition Facts labels (2,000-calorie diet). The table lists nutrients that reach at least 2% DV per 100 g; the rest are absent or trace. Varieties, seasons and brands differ, and cooking in water leaches some vitamin C and B vitamins.
Brazil Nuts calories by weight, 5–50 g
15 g of Brazil nuts has 99 calories and 20 g has 132. The table gives protein, fat and carbs for each weight; for any other amount, type your own into the calculator below.
| Weight | Kcal | P / F / C, g | Fiber, g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 g | 33 | 0.7 / 3.4 / 0.6 | 0.4 |
| 10 g | 66 | 1.4 / 6.7 / 1.2 | 0.8 |
| 15 g — typical serving | 99 | 2.1 / 10 / 1.8 | 1.1 |
| 20 g | 132 | 2.8 / 13 / 2.3 | 1.5 |
| 30 g | 198 | 4.2 / 20 / 3.5 | 2.3 |
| 50 g | 330 | 7 / 34 / 5.9 | 3.8 |
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What else to watch
- High in saturated fat: 15 g per 100 g, against a daily reference of about 20 g.
How much movement is one serving?
A serving (three, 15 g) is 99 kcal — roughly 32 min of easy walking or 12 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. In the diary, minutes are worked out for your weight and the activities you actually do.
Brazil Nuts: swaps and alternatives
Brazil nuts have a lot of saturated fat (15 g per 100 g), but our database has no same-category swap that fixes this noticeably at the same calories and is a full grade better. The simplest move is a smaller serving. How we pick swaps.
Similar foods with a better grade than Brazil nuts
Same food group, a better Nutri-Score grade. They fall short of a noticeable per-serving swap, but their profile is better. Figures are for 15 g, a typical serving of Brazil nuts.
| Food | Grade | Kcal | Protein, g | Fiber, g | Sat. fat, g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil Nuts | B | 99 | 2.1 | 1.1 | 2.3 |
| Walnuts | A | 98 | 2.3 | 1 | 0.9 |
| Hazelnuts | A | 94 | 2.3 | 1.5 | 0.7 |
| Pecans | A | 104 | 1.4 | 1.4 | 0.9 |
Brazil Nuts vs similar foods: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| Peanuts | 567 | 26 / 49 / 16 |
| Almonds | 579 | 21 / 50 / 22 |
| Sunflower Seeds | 584 | 21 / 51 / 20 |
| Peanut Butter | 588 | 25 / 50 / 20 |
| Almond Butter | 614 | 21 / 56 / 19 |
| Brazil Nuts | 659 | 14 / 67 / 12 |
| Macadamia Nuts | 718 | 7.9 / 76 / 14 |
FAQ
How many calories are in 100 g of Brazil nuts?
100 g of Brazil nuts has 659 calories, with 14 g protein, 67 g fat and 12 g carbohydrates (7.5 g fiber).
How many calories are in a serving of Brazil nuts?
A serving (three, 15 g) has 99 calories: 2.1 g protein, 10 g fat and 1.8 g carbs.
What are the macros of Brazil nuts?
Per 100 g: 14 g protein, 12 g carbs and 67 g fat. By calories that's about 8% protein, 3% carbs and 89% fat.
How long do you have to walk to burn a serving of Brazil nuts?
About 32 min of easy walking or 12 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person — that's the 99 calories in a serving (three, 15 g).
What vitamins and minerals are in Brazil nuts?
Per 100 g, Brazil nuts are richest in selenium (1,920 mcg, 3491% DV), copper (1.7 mg, 193% DV), magnesium (376 mg, 90% DV) — from USDA FoodData Central record 170569.
How much fiber is in Brazil nuts?
100 g of Brazil nuts has 7.5 g of fiber; a serving (three, 15 g) has 1.1 g — 4% of the 25 g a day the WHO recommends.