Do walnuts have a lot of protein in them how much? Are they good for vegetarian eating?

Question

I know I could just look on the package it comes in but I don't know what "a lot" of protein is. Is 14 grams a lot or is 1400 grams a lot any help anyone know?

thanks, kelseylu

Answer 1

Walnuts DO have a lot of protein. They are also good for Omega 3, also LOTS of vitamins & minerals. All nuts and seeds are great for vitamin E- important for keeping your skin supple, soft & glowing and to keep your heart healthy.

A food is high in protein if it has more than 5g of protein per 100g. So yes,, walnuts are high in protein.

Walnuts & nuts in general are great for vegetarians. They contain zinc, iron & protein, and numerous other nutrients. Nuts and seeds are one of the most nutritious foods there is.

[edit] Walnuts have a high fat content, but it's essential fatty acids (''good'' fat not ''bad'' fat).

Happy snacking! :)x

Answer 2

Walnuts, along with other nuts and seeds, are good sources of protein, but they also have fat.  Walnuts have omega 3 fatty acids, which is good, and other healthy fats.  But too much is not good for you.

As for protein, you need roughly .3 to .5 grams of protein per pound of body weight a day, which is really not that much.  Do a bit of quick math to see how much you need and how close 14 grams comes to that.

Answer 3

All grains nuts and seeds are good but you need to eat them with other things to get the complex carbs. The very best book to explain the balance is Diet for a Small Planet

Answer 4

walnuts have high acid. they are good for you, but will give you cold sores

Answer 5

They are a "source" of protein but DO NOT have "alot" of protein due to their extra high fat content.

You're much better off calorie/fat wise by eating lentils and beans. But yes walnuts in moderation are very good for your health. They shouldn't be your main source for protein, however.