Calorie comparison
Chickpeas vs Mac And Cheese
Chickpeas and Mac And Cheese have the same calories per 100 g, but chickpeas has more protein. Pick based on macros, not just calories.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Chickpeas | Mac And Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 164 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 6.7 g |
| Carbs | 27 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 2.6 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
🫘 Chickpeas
1 cup cooked (164 g)
269 cal
14.6 g protein · 44.3 g carbs · 4.3 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, chickpeas or mac and cheese?
Per 100 g, chickpeas has 164 calories and mac and cheese has 164. They're the same.
Which has more protein, chickpeas or mac and cheese?
Chickpeas has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; mac and cheese has 6.7 g. Chickpeas wins on protein.
Is chickpeas 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 they're close on calories — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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