Nutrition referencePecans are a sweet, buttery tree nut native to North America, used in baking and snacking. Per 100 g they provide about 750 calories with 10 g protein.
Nutrition facts
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About this food
Pecans are the edible nuts of the pecan tree, native to North America. They have a sweet, buttery flavor and are used in pies, baking, and as a snack.
Nutritionally, pecans are very high in fat. Per 100 g they provide about 750 kcal, 12.7 g of carbohydrates, 10.0 g of protein, 73.3 g of fat, and 5.8 g of dietary fiber.
Pecans are energy-dense, so they are usually eaten in small portions. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Plan your portion
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical ounce (28 g) provides roughly 210 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 750.2 kcal | 12.7 g | 10 g | 73.3 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 210.1 kcal | 3.6 g | 2.8 g | 20.5 g |
| 1/4 cup | 27 g | 202.6 kcal | 3.4 g | 2.7 g | 19.8 g |
Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.
Questions and answers
Pecans provide about 750 calories per 100 g. A typical ounce (28 g) provides roughly 210 calories.
Yes. Pecans provide about 73.3 g of fat per 100 g.
Pecans provide about 10 g of protein per 100 g.
