Calorie comparison
Almond Butter vs Chia Seeds
Per 100 grams, chia seeds is the lighter choice by 128 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 | Chia Seeds |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 614 | 486 |
| Protein | 21 g | 17 g |
| Carbs | 19 g | 42 g |
| Fat | 56 g | 31 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
🌱 Chia Seeds
1 tbsp (12 g)
58 cal
2 g protein · 5 g carbs · 3.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, almond butter or chia seeds?
Per 100 g, almond butter has 614 calories and chia seeds has 486. Chia Seeds is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, almond butter or chia seeds?
Almond Butter has 21 g of protein per 100 g; chia seeds has 17 g. Almond Butter wins on protein.
Is almond butter or chia seeds 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 chia seeds — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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