Calorie comparison
Cheddar Cheese vs Pasta
Per 100 grams, pasta is the lighter choice by 245 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 | Cheddar Cheese | Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 | 158 |
| Protein | 25 g | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g | 31 g |
| Fat | 33 g | 0.9 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
🧀 Cheddar Cheese
1 slice (28 g)
113 cal
7 g protein · 0.4 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
🍝 Pasta
1 cup cooked (140 g)
221 cal
8.1 g protein · 43.4 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cheddar cheese or pasta?
Per 100 g, cheddar cheese has 403 calories and pasta has 158. Pasta is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cheddar cheese or pasta?
Cheddar Cheese has 25 g of protein per 100 g; pasta has 5.8 g. Cheddar Cheese wins on protein.
Is cheddar cheese or pasta 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 pasta — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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