Magnesium in almonds
Almonds has 73 mg of magnesium per 1 oz (23 whole kernels) (28.35 g), which is 17% of the Daily Value. Per 100 g it contains 258 mg.
Magnesium by portion size
| Portion | Weight | Magnesium (mg) | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, whole | 143 g | 368 | |
| 1 cup, sliced | 92 g | 237 | |
| 1 cup, slivered | 108 g | 278 | |
| 1 cup, ground | 95 g | 245 | |
| 1 oz (23 whole kernels) | 28 g | 73 | |
| 1 almond | 1 g | 3 | |
| 100 g | 100 g | 258 |
About magnesium
Magnesium takes part in more than 300 enzyme reactions, including energy production, muscle and nerve function and blood pressure regulation. The Daily Value is 420 mg. Seeds, nuts, legumes, whole grains and leafy greens are the richest sources.
Foods with more magnesium than almonds
- Seeds, hemp seed (hulled): 198 mg per 1 oz (47% DV)
- Spinach, cooked (boiled, drained, without salt): 157 mg per 1 cup (37% DV)
- Seeds, pumpkin and squash seed kernels (roasted, without salt): 156 mg per 1 oz (37% DV)
- Chard, swiss (cooked, boiled, drained, without salt): 150 mg per 1 cup, chopped (36% DV)
- Soybeans, mature cooked (boiled, without salt): 148 mg per 1 cup (35% DV)
All foods high in magnesium · Full almonds nutrition facts
Frequently asked questions
How much magnesium is in almonds?
Almonds has 73 mg of magnesium per 1 oz (23 whole kernels) (28.35 g), which is 17% of the Daily Value. Per 100 g it contains 258 mg.
Is almonds high in magnesium?
Yes. At 17% of the Daily Value per serving, almonds counts as a good source under FDA labeling rules (10% is 'good', 20% is 'high').
How much magnesium do I need a day?
The FDA Daily Value is 420 mg. One 1 oz (23 whole kernels) of almonds covers 17% of it.
Source: USDA FoodData Central #170567.
Nutrient values are from USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy, April 2018; Foundation Foods, April 2026) and shown per serving as described on each page. %DV uses the FDA Daily Values for adults and children aged 4 and over. This is nutrition data for general information, not medical or dietary advice; talk to a clinician or registered dietitian about your own needs. How the numbers are calculated.