Peanuts, all types, raw
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.6 MG | 53% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Niacin | 12.1 MG | 75% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.8 MG | 35% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 20% | |
| Folate, total | 240 UG | 60% | |
| Choline, total | 52.5 MG | 10% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 8.3 MG | 56% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 92 MG | 7% | |
| Iron, Fe | 4.6 MG | 25% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 168 MG | 40% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 376 MG | 30% | |
| Potassium, K | 705 MG | 15% | |
| Sodium, Na | 18 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.3 MG | 30% | |
| Copper, Cu | 1.1 MG | 127% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.9 MG | 84% | |
| Selenium, Se | 7.2 UG | 13% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 25.8g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- High in dietary fiber (8.5g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (25% DV).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (40% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (30% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (30% DV).
About Peanuts, all types, raw
Raw peanuts are compositionally closer to a nut than a legume in practice: the fat content is dominant, mostly monounsaturated, with meaningful polyunsaturated fat as well. Protein is high for a plant food. Fiber is solid. Carbohydrates are present but secondary. Raw peanuts have a starchy, slightly bitter flavor quite different from roasted, and they are used in boiled peanut preparations common in the American South, or pressed into oil. The fat profile resembles olive oil more than butter.
Dietary Information
Peanuts, all types, raw is considered high-protein, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Peanuts, all types, raw include Copper, Cu (127% DV) , Manganese, Mn (84% DV) , Niacin (75% DV) , Folate, total (60% DV) , and Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) (56% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 567 calories per 100 grams, Peanuts, all types, raw gets 18% of its calories from protein, 11% from carbohydrates, and 78% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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