Calorie comparison
Corn Flakes vs Quinoa
Per 100 grams, quinoa is the lighter choice by 237 calories, while corn flakes 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 | Corn Flakes | Quinoa |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 | 120 |
| Protein | 7 g | 4.4 g |
| Carbs | 84 g | 21 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 1.9 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
🥣 Corn Flakes
1 cup (28 g)
100 cal
2 g protein · 23.5 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
🌾 Quinoa
1 cup cooked (185 g)
222 cal
8.1 g protein · 38.9 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, corn flakes or quinoa?
Per 100 g, corn flakes has 357 calories and quinoa has 120. Quinoa is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, corn flakes or quinoa?
Corn Flakes has 7 g of protein per 100 g; quinoa has 4.4 g. Corn Flakes wins on protein.
Is corn flakes or quinoa 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 quinoa — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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