Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Sardines
Per 100 grams, sardines is the lighter choice by 333 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 | Sardines |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 208 |
| Protein | 37 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 11 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
🐟 Sardines
1 can (92 g)
191 cal
23 g protein · 0 g carbs · 10.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or sardines?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and sardines has 208. Sardines is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or sardines?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; sardines has 25 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or sardines 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 sardines — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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