Calorie comparison
Black Beans vs Oatmeal
Per 100 grams, oatmeal is the lighter choice by 61 calories, while black beans 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 | Oatmeal |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 | 71 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1.5 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
🥣 Oatmeal
1 cup cooked (234 g)
166 cal
5.9 g protein · 28.1 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, black beans or oatmeal?
Per 100 g, black beans has 132 calories and oatmeal has 71. Oatmeal is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black beans or oatmeal?
Black Beans has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; oatmeal has 2.5 g. Black Beans wins on protein.
Is black beans or oatmeal 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 oatmeal — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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