Calorie comparison
Chickpeas vs Oatmeal
Per 100 grams, oatmeal is the lighter choice by 93 calories, while chickpeas 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 | Chickpeas | Oatmeal |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 71 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 27 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 2.6 g | 1.5 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
🥣 Oatmeal
1 cup cooked (234 g)
166 cal
5.9 g protein · 28.1 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chickpeas or oatmeal?
Per 100 g, chickpeas has 164 calories and oatmeal has 71. Oatmeal is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chickpeas or oatmeal?
Chickpeas has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; oatmeal has 2.5 g. Chickpeas wins on protein.
Is chickpeas or oatmeal 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 oatmeal — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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