Chestnuts (roasted)

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Shelled roasted chestnuts have a low FODMAP reference of 30 g. The 117 g reference is moderate and 137 g is high.

Serving sizes for chestnuts (roasted)

Shelled roasted chestnuts: 30 g low, 117 g moderate and 137 g high. Reference portions are not exact transition cutoffs.

Low
30 gabout 4 chestnuts
FructoseLow
LactoseLow
FructansLow
GOSLow
SorbitolLow
MannitolLow

Reference portions

Select an amount or rating to update your portion. These are reference portions, not exact cut-offs or recommended intakes.
Reference portions for Chestnuts (roasted) and their FODMAP ratings
ServingAmountFODMAP rating
4 nuts
15 nuts
17 nuts

Is chestnuts (roasted) low FODMAP?

Roasted chestnuts have different larger-portion references from boiled chestnuts. The shared 30 g low reference does not make every larger serving equivalent.

Chestnuts (roasted) and IBS: what to know

For shelled roasted chestnuts, record the amount you actually eat rather than only the name of the food. The 30 g reference describes this preparation, not a personal tolerance limit. Nut FODMAPs include GOS and fructans. Food-group background.

Gut-friendly ways to eat chestnuts (roasted)

Weigh the roasted edible chestnuts without shells; 30 g is approximately four nuts. Compare boiled chestnuts using its own serving guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the low FODMAP portion for roasted chestnuts?

The low reference is 30 g, approximately 4 nuts. The moderate reference is 117 g and the high reference is 137 g.

Can I use the same portion for a different preparation?

This guide describes shelled roasted chestnuts. Use the separate guide for boiled chestnuts rather than transferring this portion.

How should I measure a shared recipe?

Measure the total amount of shelled roasted chestnuts before combining it with the other ingredients, then divide by the number of equal portions. Keep the 30 g low reference in mind for each portion.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.