Walnuts are a great addition to cooking and are a highly nutritious snack. Walnuts are naturally rich in Omega-3. Regularly including Omega-3 fats in the diet has been linked to heart health, digestive health, joint health and eye health.
Average quantity
per 100g
Energy
2740kJ
Protein
15.2g
Fat
- total
65.2g
- saturated
6.1g
- trans
<0.1g
- polyunsaturated
47.2g
- monounsaturated
8.9g
Cholesterol
<1mg
Carbohydrate
13.7g
- sugars
2.6g
Dietary Fibre
6.7g
Sodium
<5mg
Potassium
441mg
Walnuts are naturally high in protein and low in carbohydrates
Walnuts are cholesterol free
Walnuts contain polyunsaturated "good fats"
Walnuts are a source of Omega-3 ALA (plant Omega-3)
Walnuts are a source of fibre
Walnuts are naturally low in salt
Walnuts are a natural source of iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, folate and thiamin
Walnuts contain arginine. Arginine is an amino acid that maintains artery function
