Calorie comparison
Broccoli vs Chickpeas
Per 100 grams, broccoli is the lighter choice by 130 calories, while chickpeas 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 | Broccoli | Chickpeas |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 | 164 |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Carbs | 7 g | 27 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 2.6 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
🥦 Broccoli
1 cup chopped (91 g)
31 cal
2.5 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 0.4 g fat
🫘 Chickpeas
1 cup cooked (164 g)
269 cal
14.6 g protein · 44.3 g carbs · 4.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, broccoli or chickpeas?
Per 100 g, broccoli has 34 calories and chickpeas has 164. Broccoli is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, broccoli or chickpeas?
Broccoli has 2.8 g of protein per 100 g; chickpeas has 8.9 g. Chickpeas wins on protein.
Is broccoli or chickpeas 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 broccoli — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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