Calorie comparison
Almonds vs Black Beans
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 447 calories, while almonds 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 | Almonds | Black Beans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 579 | 132 |
| Protein | 21 g | 8.9 g |
| Carbs | 22 g | 24 g |
| Fat | 50 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
🌰 Almonds
1 oz (28 g)
162 cal
5.9 g protein · 6.2 g carbs · 14 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, almonds or black beans?
Per 100 g, almonds has 579 calories and black beans has 132. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, almonds or black beans?
Almonds has 21 g of protein per 100 g; black beans has 8.9 g. Almonds wins on protein.
Is almonds 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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