Our Pecans have a buttery texture and a mildly sweet and nutty taste. A great main ingredient to make Saffron Spiced Roasted Pecans! A pecan nut is 4% water, 72% fat, 9% protein, and 14% carbohydrates (table). In a 100 g reference amount, pecans provide 691 Calories and a rich source (20% or more of the Daily Value, DV) of total fat, protein, dietary fiber (38% DV), manganese (214% DV), magnesium (34% DV), phosphorus (40% DV), zinc (48% DV), and thiamin (57% DV) (table). Pecans are a moderate source (10-19% DV) of iron and B vitamins. Pecan fat content consists principally of monounsaturated fatty acids, mainly oleic acid (57% of total fat), and the polyunsaturated fatty acid, linoleic acid (30% of total fat).
Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
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Energy | 690 kcal |
Carbohydrates | 13.9 g |
Fat | 72 g |
Protein | 9.2 g |
Fiber | 9.6 g |
Vitamins | Quantity %DV† |
Vitamin A | 56 IU |
Thiamine (B1) | 0.66 mg 57% |
Riboflavin (B2) | 0.13 mg 11% |
Niacin (B3) | 1.17 mg 8% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.21 mg 16% |
Vitamin C | 1.1 mg 1% |
Minerals | |
Calcium | 70 mg 7% |
Iron | 2.53 mg 19% |
Magnesium | 121 mg 34% |
Manganese | 4.5 mg 214% |
Phosphorus | 277 mg 40% |
Potassium | 410 mg 9% |
Zinc | 4.53 mg 48% |
Copper | 1.2 mg 61% |
Selenium | 3.8 mcg 5% |
†Percentages are roughly approximated using US recommendations for adults.
Source: USDA Nutrient Database (Link to USDA Database entry)
Manufacturer | Persian Basket |
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