Calorie comparison
Black Beans vs Cheddar Cheese
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 271 calories, while cheddar cheese 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 | Black Beans | Cheddar Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 | 403 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 33 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
🫘 Black Beans
1 cup cooked (172 g)
227 cal
15.3 g protein · 41.3 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
🧀 Cheddar Cheese
1 slice (28 g)
113 cal
7 g protein · 0.4 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, black beans or cheddar cheese?
Per 100 g, black beans has 132 calories and cheddar cheese has 403. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black beans or cheddar cheese?
Black Beans has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; cheddar cheese has 25 g. Cheddar Cheese wins on protein.
Is black beans or cheddar cheese 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 black beans — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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