Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Ground Turkey
Per 100 grams, ground turkey is the lighter choice by 338 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 | Ground Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 203 |
| Protein | 37 g | 27 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 10 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
🦃 Ground Turkey
3 oz cooked (85 g)
173 cal
23 g protein · 0 g carbs · 8.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or ground turkey?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and ground turkey has 203. Ground Turkey is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or ground turkey?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; ground turkey has 27 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or ground turkey 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 ground turkey — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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