Calorie comparison
Black Beans vs Pistachios
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 428 calories, while pistachios 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 | Pistachios |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 | 560 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 20 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 28 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 45 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
🥜 Pistachios
1 oz (28 g)
157 cal
5.6 g protein · 7.8 g carbs · 12.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, black beans or pistachios?
Per 100 g, black beans has 132 calories and pistachios has 560. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black beans or pistachios?
Black Beans has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; pistachios has 20 g. Pistachios wins on protein.
Is black beans or pistachios 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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