Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Black Beans
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 409 calories, while bacon 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 | Bacon | Black Beans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 132 |
| Protein | 37 g | 8.9 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 24 g |
| Fat | 42 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
🥓 Bacon
2 slices (16 g)
87 cal
5.9 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 6.7 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, bacon or black beans?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and black beans has 132. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or black beans?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; black beans has 8.9 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon 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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