Calorie comparison
Almond Butter vs Black Beans
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 482 calories, while almond butter delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Almond Butter | Black Beans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 614 | 132 |
| Protein | 21 g | 8.9 g |
| Carbs | 19 g | 24 g |
| Fat | 56 g | 0.5 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌰 Almond Butter
2 tbsp (32 g)
196 cal
6.7 g protein · 6.1 g carbs · 17.9 g fat
🫘 Black Beans
1 cup cooked (172 g)
227 cal
15.3 g protein · 41.3 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, almond butter or black beans?
Per 100 g, almond butter has 614 calories and black beans has 132. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, almond butter or black beans?
Almond Butter has 21 g of protein per 100 g; black beans has 8.9 g. Almond Butter wins on protein.
Is almond butter or black beans better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward black beans — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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