
Product Insights
Castañas are raw chestnuts marketed in Spain and belong to the plant‑based foods category, specifically the nuts and salty snacks families. They provide virtually no fat, sugar, or salt, contain 5 g of protein and 7 g of fiber per 100 g, deliver only 34 kcal, earn a Nutri‑Score of A and are classified as minimally processed (NOVA 1), making them attractive for low‑calorie, low‑sugar diets. However, their protein and fat contents are considerably lower than typical nut products, which may limit satiety for those seeking a richer energy source.
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Nutritional Values
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average values for nuts, these chestnuts contain virtually no fat, sugar or salt and only 34 kcal per 100 g, while providing 5 g protein and 7 g fiber, significantly lower fat and energy but also less protein and slightly less fiber than typical nut products.
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