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Healthy fats, protein, vitamin E, small amount
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (small) of Sliced almonds (few) (8 g) has 46 calories. That works out to 575 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of Vitamin E covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (small) · 8 g
46
KCAL / 8G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 14% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 46 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.08 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 tablespoon (small) | 8 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 1 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 2.5 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 15 g | 86 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 16 g | 92 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 24 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 30 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 80 g | 460 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 575 kcal |
Calculated from 575 calories per 100 g.
Yes, sliced almonds are a nutritious topping or snack. They provide healthy fats, protein and vitamin E, and can add crunch to oatmeal, yogurt, salads or baked goods. Choose plain slices if you want to avoid added salt or sugar.
A small handful is a practical snack portion for most people. Sliced almonds are easy to scatter generously over meals, so measuring them out rather than eating straight from the bag can help keep portions in check.
Yes, sliced almonds can be eaten raw straight from the package. They are also commonly toasted to bring out their flavor, then sprinkled over salads, cereals, vegetables or desserts.
Toast sliced almonds in a dry pan over low to medium heat, stirring often. They brown quickly because they are thin, so transfer them to a plate as soon as they smell fragrant and turn lightly golden.
No, sliced almonds do not need to be soaked. They are ready to eat as sold, and soaking would soften their crisp texture. Add them directly to cereal, yogurt or recipes instead.
Yes, sliced almonds can become stale or rancid as their oils age. Keep them in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark place, and discard them if they smell sour, bitter or like old oil.
Yes, sliced almonds freeze well when sealed in an airtight container or freezer bag. Take out only what you need and reseal the rest; this helps protect their flavor, especially after the package has been opened.
No, sliced almonds and slivered almonds are cut differently. Sliced almonds are thin, flat pieces, while slivered almonds are narrow matchstick-shaped pieces. They can often be swapped in recipes, though their texture and appearance will differ.
Yes, finely ground sliced almonds can stand in for breadcrumbs in some coatings and baked recipes. They give food a nuttier flavor and a different texture, so they are best in dishes where that change works.
Toasting sliced almonds is optional, but it makes their flavor more pronounced and adds extra crunch to salads. Let them cool before sprinkling them over the salad so they stay crisp.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.05mg · 14% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.36µg · 5% DV
B3
0.27mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
21mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
56mg · 2% DV
Sodium
0.08mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 46 calories in 1 tablespoon (small) (8 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Thinly sliced almonds bring a mild, sweet nuttiness and a delicate crunch to both sweet and savoury dishes. A small amount of sliced almonds is often scattered over cakes, pastries, porridge and yoghurt; they also work well in salads or as a finishing touch for vegetable dishes. In places where almonds are commonly used in baking, they may be toasted briefly first to deepen their flavour—just watch them closely, as the thin slices brown quickly.
They are rich in fats and provide protein and fibre, so a little goes a long way in adding texture and substance. Try them with fruit or plain yoghurt, or use a modest sprinkle instead of a heavier sugary topping.
Very 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.
High
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.47g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.98g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.