Calorie comparison
Chia Seeds vs Hummus
Per 100 grams, hummus is the lighter choice by 320 calories, while chia seeds 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 | Chia Seeds | Hummus |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 | 166 |
| Protein | 17 g | 8 g |
| Carbs | 42 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 31 g | 10 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
🌱 Chia Seeds
1 tbsp (12 g)
58 cal
2 g protein · 5 g carbs · 3.7 g fat
🫛 Hummus
2 tbsp (30 g)
50 cal
2.4 g protein · 4.2 g carbs · 3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chia seeds or hummus?
Per 100 g, chia seeds has 486 calories and hummus has 166. Hummus is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chia seeds or hummus?
Chia Seeds has 17 g of protein per 100 g; hummus has 8 g. Chia Seeds wins on protein.
Is chia seeds or hummus 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 hummus — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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