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Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste

Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste is finely ground almonds commonly used in baking, gluten-free cooking and as a crumb or binder in both sweet and savory recipes. It is prized in many European and Middle Eastern pastries and modern low-carb kitchens for its rich, nutty flavor and tender crumb. As an ingredient, Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste is a concentrated source of plant protein with about 21.15g of protein per 100g, and it also supplies substantial fiber and predominantly monounsaturated fats plus vitamin E. These nutrients make it a useful way to add texture, healthy fats and some micronutrients to recipes without using wheat flour. From a health perspective, Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste delivers heart-friendly unsaturated fats and useful fiber while contributing plant-based protein; it’s a nutrient-dense option for baking and cooking when portion sizes are considered.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~2.20€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A-

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Almond Meal (Ground Almonds).

Calories

579 kcal

29% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

21 g

42% RDI

Fat

50 g

3.8g sat fat

Carbs

22 g

8% RDI

Sugar

4.3 g

9% RDI

Fiber

13 g

42% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A- · 7.5 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste healthy?

Yes, Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste is very healthy with a Health Grade of A-. It is a good source of dietary fiber (12.5g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste?

Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste gluten free?

Yes, Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste?

100g of Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste contains 579 kcal, 21.15g protein, 21.55g carbohydrates, 49.93g fat, and 12.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste vegan?

Yes, Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste is vegan.

Q.06Is Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste lactose free?

Yes, Unsweetened Almond Meal / Almond Paste is lactose free.

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