Calorie comparison
Cheddar Cheese vs Spinach
Per 100 grams, spinach is the lighter choice by 380 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 | Spinach |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 | 23 |
| Protein | 25 g | 2.9 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g | 3.6 g |
| Fat | 33 g | 0.4 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
🥬 Spinach
1 cup (30 g)
7 cal
0.9 g protein · 1.1 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cheddar cheese or spinach?
Per 100 g, cheddar cheese has 403 calories and spinach has 23. Spinach is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cheddar cheese or spinach?
Cheddar Cheese has 25 g of protein per 100 g; spinach has 2.9 g. Cheddar Cheese wins on protein.
Is cheddar cheese or spinach 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 spinach — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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