Calorie comparison
Broccoli vs Mac And Cheese
Per 100 grams, broccoli is the lighter choice by 130 calories, while mac and 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 | Broccoli | Mac And Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 | 164 |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6.7 g |
| Carbs | 7 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 6.6 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
🧀 Mac And Cheese
1 cup (198 g)
325 cal
13.3 g protein · 39.6 g carbs · 13.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, broccoli or mac and cheese?
Per 100 g, broccoli has 34 calories and mac and cheese has 164. Broccoli is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, broccoli or mac and cheese?
Broccoli has 2.8 g of protein per 100 g; mac and cheese has 6.7 g. Mac And Cheese wins on protein.
Is broccoli or mac and 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 broccoli — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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