Comparison

Natural shelled pistachios vs Pistachio

Overall, Natural shelled pistachios has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientNatural shelled pistachiosPistachio
Nutri-Score b c
NOVA group — —
Calories 589 kcal 571 kcal
Fat 48 g 46.4 g
Saturated fat 6.2 g 5.4 g
Sugars 5.9 g 7.1 g
Salt 0 g 1 g
Fiber — 10.7 g
Protein 26.4 g 21.4 g
Additives00
AllergensNone listedNone listed

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Pistachio has 14% less saturated fat (5.4 g vs 6.2 g).
  • Natural shelled pistachios has 17% less sugar (5.9 g vs 7.1 g).
  • Natural shelled pistachios has 99% less salt (0 g vs 1 g).
  • Natural shelled pistachios has 19% more protein (26.4 g vs 21.4 g).
  • Natural shelled pistachios has the better Nutri-Score.

Ingredients

Natural shelled pistachios

Not available.

Pistachio

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FAQ

Which is healthier: Natural shelled pistachios or Pistachio?

Overall, Natural shelled pistachios has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

Pistachio has fewer calories: 571 kcal versus 589 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Natural shelled pistachios has less sugar: 5.9 g versus 7.1 g per 100 g.

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