Nuts, almond paste
FDC 170160oz (28 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 52 · -13 vs Nuts & seeds medianAlmond paste earns a Fair 52 of 100, ranking 44th of 60 in the nuts and seeds category, anchored by vitamin E at an excellent 90% DV and magnesium at 31% DV, with protein and dietary fiber each landing in the good range at 18% and 17% DV.
Made from ground almonds and sugar, this paste is a baking staple for marzipan-style fillings, cookies, and pastries, with an ounce (28 g) delivering a dense 458 calories per 100 g. The tradeoff is sugar, flagged high at 36.2 g per 100 g, and since the score sits below the nuts category's median of 65, plain cashew nuts, raw, is a higher-ranked swap for anyone watching added sugar.
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 458 kcal | 23% |
| Total fat | 28 g | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 48 g | 17% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.8 g | 17% |
| Sugars | 36 g | |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
| Potassium | 314 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 130 mg | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 14 mg | 90% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | 6% |
| Total fat | 7.8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.74 g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 2.5 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Sugars | 10 g | |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
| Potassium | 88 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.45 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 36 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 3.8 mg | 25% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 170160Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the nuts & seeds median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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