Ingredient swap
Hemp Hearts vs Macadamia Nuts
Hemp Hearts has 31.6 g protein and 553 calories per 100 g; macadamia nuts has 7.9 g and 718. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of hemp hearts (160 g) ≈ 1¼ cup of macadamia nuts.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Hemp Hearts | Macadamia Nuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 553 better | 718 |
| Protein | 31.6 gbetter | 7.9 g |
| Carbs | 8.7 gbetter | 13.8 g |
| Fat | 48.8 g | 75.8 g |
| Fiber | 4 g | 8.6 gbetter |
| Sugar | 1.5 gbetter | 4.6 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 5 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 160 g | 134 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use macadamia nuts instead of hemp hearts?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of hemp hearts (160 g) ≈ 1¼ cup of macadamia nuts.
Which has more protein?
Hemp Hearts, with 31.6 g per 100 g versus 7.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Hemp Hearts, with 553 calories per 100 g.