Cashews (or kaju) are technically seeds, not tree nuts, that grow on evergreen trees native to Brazil and were introduced to India by Portuguese explorers in the 16th century. Valued for their creamy texture and mildly sweet taste, they are a staple in Indian sweets (like kaju katli) and savory gravies.
Key Highlights
- Nutrition: A 1-ounce (28g) serving contains about 157 calories, roughly 5 grams of protein, and healthy monounsaturated fats. They are also excellent sources of copper, magnesium, zinc, and other antioxidants.
- Dairy Alternative: Because of their high fat and protein content, soaked cashews are widely blended with water to create rich, dairy-free alternatives like cashew milk and vegan cheese.
- Global Production: India is one of the world’s leading producers of cashews, alongside countries like Ivory Coast, Tanzania, and Vietnam.







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