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Energy-dense, healthy snack, source of protein and fiber
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Nut ball (30 kcal) (7 g) has 32 calories. That works out to 450 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.5 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 2.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 7 g
32
KCAL / 7G
Carbs
2.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
2.1g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 11% · Fat 58%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 32 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.1 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.32 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 7 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 5 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 10 g | 45 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 14 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 piece (double) | 15 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 90 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 21 g | 95 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 35 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 35 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 450 calories per 100 g.
Usually, yes: a nut ball is a type of energy ball, a small, no-bake snack shaped from nuts and other ingredients. Names and recipes vary, so some energy balls may contain little or no nuts.
A sticky ingredient holds a nut ball together. Dates and other dried fruits are common choices, but recipes differ; if the mixture crumbles, add a little more of its binder and mix again before shaping.
No, a food processor is not essential for making a nut ball. Finely chopped or ground nuts can be mixed by hand with a sticky binder, though a processor makes it easier to get a uniform, shapeable mixture.
Yes, a nut ball can be made without dates. Try another soft dried fruit or a different binder suited to the recipe; adjust the mixture gradually so it holds together without becoming overly wet.
A nut ball can work as a convenient snack before or after exercise, depending on your appetite and the recipe. Its nuts and any dried fruit provide energy, but it is not a substitute for a full recovery meal when one is needed.
Use less dried fruit or choose a recipe that relies on nuts rather than sweeteners to make a nut ball less sweet. Add the binder gradually, since cutting it out entirely may leave the mixture too crumbly to shape.
No, a nut ball made with tree nuts or peanuts is not suitable for someone allergic to those ingredients. Recipes may also include sesame; check the specific ingredients and avoid it if the allergen is a concern.
A nut ball may be suitable to pack for a short outing if its ingredients are shelf-stable, but recipes differ. Keep it in a clean, sealed container and use an insulated bag when the ingredients need to stay cool.
Coconut, seeds, or crushed nuts are often used to coat a nut ball for extra texture and flavor. The coating is optional; press it onto the outside while the mixture is still slightly sticky so it adheres.
A nut ball can be offered to a child only when its ingredients and texture are age-appropriate. Whole nuts and sticky, firm pieces can pose choking risks for young children; adapt the texture and follow safe-feeding guidance.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.49µg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.8mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 32 calories in 1 piece (small) (7 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Nut ball (30 kcal) is a small, compact snack made from ground or finely chopped nuts. Depending on the recipe, seeds or dried fruit may be added to help bind the mixture and give it a softer, chewier texture. The flavour is usually rich and nutty, with some crunch if the ingredients are left coarsely chopped.
It works as a quick bite between meals, packed for a walk or workday, or served alongside tea or coffee. Though small, it is energy-dense and provides protein and fibre; one small piece is about 7 g. Pair it with fresh fruit for a more filling snack, or make homemade versions less sweet by keeping added sweeteners modest.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.