Wonderful Pistachios: Protein, Calories & Labelgrade A-
Labelgrade: A- 87 / 100 — Scores reflect strong protein density (20g per 100g), substantial fiber.
Quick Facts
Per serving · 0.5 cup
The short answer
Wonderful Pistachios delivers 6 g of protein and 160 calories per 0.5 cup (USDA FDC 2123245) — about 20 g of protein per 100 g. The Labelgrade is A- (87 / 100): Scores reflect strong protein density (20g per 100g), substantial fiber.
Why this Labelgrade
| Dimension | Grade | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Protein density | B+ | 80 / 100 |
| Ingredient quality | B+ | 83 / 100 |
| Sugar load | A | 92 / 100 |
| Sodium load | A+ | 100 / 100 |
| Fiber | A+ | 100 / 100 |
| Overall | A- | 87 / 100 |
How it compares
| Product | Protein per serving | Protein per 100 g | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wonderful Pistachios (this product) | 6 g | 20 g | 160 |
| Planters Mixed Nuts, 10.3 oz | 6 g | 21.4 g | 170 |
| Plain cooked chicken breast (benchmark) | ~31 g per 100 g | 31 g | ~165 |
Whole-food equivalent
One 0.5 cup of Wonderful Pistachios (6 g protein) equals roughly 19 g of cooked chicken breast (about 0.7 oz).
Scope
This page covers Wonderful Pistachios (6.25 oz/177 g), UPC 014113910385, as represented in USDA Branded Foods FDC 2123245. Wonderful sells multiple variants of this product line — other sizes, flavors, or fat levels may have different macros. Manufacturers periodically reformulate; always check the actual package label.
Ingredients (from the USDA Branded Foods entry)
PISTACHIOS.
| Nutrient | Per Serving (0.5 cup) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 160 |
| Protein | 6g |
| Total Fat | 14g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g |
| Total Sugars | 2g |
| Sodium | 0mg |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Calcium | 39.9mg |
| Iron | 1.08mg |
| Potassium | 310mg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much protein is in Wonderful Pistachios?
6 grams of protein per 0.5 cup (USDA FDC 2123245). Per 100 g of product, that's 20 grams.
How many calories per serving?
160 calories per 0.5 cup.
What's in Wonderful Pistachios?
The first ingredients are: PISTACHIOS.. Full list is shown in the "Ingredients" section below, sourced verbatim from USDA Branded Foods.
Does Wonderful Pistachios have added sugar?
No added sugar is listed in the USDA entry. The 2 g of sugars per serving appear to be naturally-occurring (lactose in dairy products, fruit sugars in fruit-containing products).
How much sodium per serving?
0 mg per 0.5 cup — about 0% of the FDA daily limit (2,300 mg).
Does Wonderful Pistachios qualify as a 'good source of protein' under FDA rules?
Yes — 6 g per serving is 12% of the FDA 50 g Daily Value, meeting the 10% threshold for the 'good source of protein' claim. (Two servings would qualify for the higher 'high in protein' claim.)
How much fiber is in Wonderful Pistachios?
3 g of dietary fiber per 0.5 cup — about 11% of the FDA 28 g Daily Value.
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Sources
- USDA · ID 2123245 · accessed 2026-05-27
Last verified: 2026-05-27