Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Peanuts
Per 100 grams, bacon is the lighter choice by 26 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 | Peanuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 567 |
| Protein | 37 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 49 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
🥜 Peanuts
1 oz (28 g)
159 cal
7.3 g protein · 4.5 g carbs · 13.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or peanuts?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and peanuts has 567. Bacon is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or peanuts?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; peanuts has 26 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or peanuts 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 bacon — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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