Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Chickpeas
Per 100 grams, chickpeas is the lighter choice by 377 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 | Chickpeas |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 164 |
| Protein | 37 g | 8.9 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 27 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 2.6 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
🫘 Chickpeas
1 cup cooked (164 g)
269 cal
14.6 g protein · 44.3 g carbs · 4.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or chickpeas?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and chickpeas has 164. Chickpeas is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or chickpeas?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; chickpeas has 8.9 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or chickpeas 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 chickpeas — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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