Calorie comparison
Edamame vs Eggplant
Per 100 grams, eggplant is the lighter choice by 96 calories, while edamame 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 | Edamame | Eggplant |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 121 | 25 |
| Protein | 12 g | 1 g |
| Carbs | 9 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 5 g | 0.2 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
🫛 Edamame
1 cup (155 g)
188 cal
18.6 g protein · 14 g carbs · 7.8 g fat
🍆 Eggplant
1 cup cubed (82 g)
21 cal
0.8 g protein · 4.9 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, edamame or eggplant?
Per 100 g, edamame has 121 calories and eggplant has 25. Eggplant is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, edamame or eggplant?
Edamame has 12 g of protein per 100 g; eggplant has 1 g. Edamame wins on protein.
Is edamame or eggplant 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 eggplant — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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