Calorie comparison
Bagel vs Pasta
Per 100 grams, pasta is the lighter choice by 92 calories, while bagel 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 | Bagel | Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 158 |
| Protein | 10 g | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 49 g | 31 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 0.9 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
🥯 Bagel
1 bagel (95 g)
238 cal
9.5 g protein · 46.6 g carbs · 1.4 g fat
🍝 Pasta
1 cup cooked (140 g)
221 cal
8.1 g protein · 43.4 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bagel or pasta?
Per 100 g, bagel has 250 calories and pasta has 158. Pasta is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bagel or pasta?
Bagel has 10 g of protein per 100 g; pasta has 5.8 g. Bagel wins on protein.
Is bagel or pasta 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 pasta — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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