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Several peeled cooked chestnuts with smooth, slightly glossy dark-brown surfaces and golden-beige interiors sit loosely on a plain plate, their rounded, irregular shapes showing small cracks and flattened sides.
⚡High Potassium
🌿High Fiber

Cooked peeled chestnut Calories

Rich in complex carbs and fiber

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

238kcal

GI

54medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

518mg

FIBER · 100 G

8g

Quick answer

5 piece (medium) of Cooked peeled chestnut (50 g) has 119 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.6 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 54 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Cooked peeled chestnut Nutrition Facts

Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 50 g

119

KCAL / 50G

Carbs

25.6g

· 9% DV

Protein

1.2g

· 2% DV

Fat

1.1g

· 1% DV

Fiber

4g

· 14% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 87% · Protein 4% · Fat 9%

Cooked peeled chestnut nutrition facts table · 5 piece (medium) (50 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories119 kcal
Total fat1.1 g1%
Saturated fat0.12 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1 mg0%
Total carbohydrate25.6 g9%
Fiber4 g14%
Protein1.2 g2%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 5 Pieces of Cooked peeled chestnut?

ServingAmountCalories
5 piece (medium)50 g119 kcal
3 piece (small)30 g71 kcal
½ cup (whole)70 g167 kcal
8 piece (large)80 g190 kcal
100 g100 g238 kcal
10 piece (whole)100 g238 kcal
1 serving (medium)120 g286 kcal
1 cup (whole)140 g333 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g428 kcal

Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cooked peeled chestnut

What is cooked peeled chestnut, and how is it made?

Cooked peeled chestnut is the edible kernel of a chestnut that has been cooked and had its outer shell removed. Plain versions are minimally processed foods. They are ready to eat, or can be added to soups, stuffings, and other dishes.

How should you store cooked peeled chestnut?

Keep cooked peeled chestnut in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Leaving it at room temperature for too long can allow it to spoil. Discard it if you notice mold, an off smell, or a slimy texture.

Can you freeze cooked peeled chestnut?

Yes. Let cooked peeled chestnut cool, divide it into portions, and freeze it in an airtight container. Thawed chestnuts may be softer than before freezing, so they work especially well in soups, purées, and stuffing.

How do you reheat cooked peeled chestnut without drying it out?

Warm cooked peeled chestnut in a covered pan with a small splash of water, or cover it with a damp paper towel when microwaving. Heat only the portion you plan to eat; repeated cooling and reheating can affect its texture and safety.

Is cooked peeled chestnut the same as water chestnut?

No. Cooked peeled chestnut comes from the chestnut tree and has a soft, starchy texture. Water chestnut is an aquatic plant corm with a crisp texture, commonly used in Asian cooking; the two are not interchangeable in every recipe.

Can you eat cooked peeled chestnut straight from the package?

Yes, if it is sold ready-cooked and has been stored properly, cooked peeled chestnut can be eaten as is. It also works in salads or as a quick snack. Follow the package’s storage directions after opening.

How do you use cooked peeled chestnut in stuffing?

Fold cooked peeled chestnut into stuffing near the end of preparation so the pieces warm through without breaking apart. It pairs well with herbs, onions, and savory ingredients, and can be roughly chopped or left whole depending on the texture you want.

Can cooked peeled chestnut replace raw chestnuts in a recipe?

Not without adjusting the method. Cooked peeled chestnut is already soft and ready to use, while raw chestnuts need cooking and peeling. Add the cooked version late in the recipe, or a long cooking time may make it crumble.

Can you eat chestnuts raw instead of cooked peeled chestnut?

Raw chestnuts are edible, but cooking is generally preferred because it softens the flesh and makes the skin easier to remove. Make sure you have true edible chestnuts, not horse chestnuts, which are toxic and should not be eaten.

Is cooked peeled chestnut suitable for people with diabetes?

Cooked peeled chestnut contains substantial carbohydrate, so it can raise blood glucose; portion size and the rest of the meal matter. If you have diabetes, fit it into your meal plan, and ask your clinician or dietitian for advice specific to you.

Cooked peeled chestnut Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

8.5mg · 9% DV

B6

0.12mg · 7% DV

B1

0.08mg · 7% DV

B5

0.25mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.23mg · 26% DV

Manganese

0.48mg · 21% DV

Potassium ⭐

259mg · 8% DV

Phosphorus

42mg · 6% DV

Sodium

1mg · 0% DV

Cooked peeled chestnut Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

54
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

7.5
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Cooked peeled chestnut

To burn the 119 calories in 5 piece (medium) (50 g):

🚶

29min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

16min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Cooked peeled chestnut?

Cooked peeled chestnut is the edible nut of the chestnut tree, boiled until tender and stripped of its shell. Chestnuts have long been eaten across parts of Europe and Asia; cooking them this way makes them convenient for snacking and for adding to other dishes.

They are soft, mildly sweet and floury rather than crisp, and can be eaten warm or at room temperature. In many cuisines they go into soups, stuffings, rice dishes and desserts. Unlike most nuts, they are rich in starchy carbohydrates and contain very little fat; a 100 g portion provides 8 g of fibre. Enjoy them as a filling snack, or pair a small handful with vegetables or a savoury grain dish.

How Nutritious Is Cooked peeled chestnut?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

50/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Cooked peeled chestnut Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Cooked peeled chestnut Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cooked peeled chestnut Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Cooked peeled chestnut Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.12g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.25g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.25g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 11.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (11.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.