Calorie comparison
Edamame vs Onion
Per 100 grams, onion is the lighter choice by 81 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 | Onion |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 121 | 40 |
| Protein | 12 g | 1.1 g |
| Carbs | 9 g | 9 g |
| Fat | 5 g | 0.1 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
🧅 Onion
1 medium (110 g)
44 cal
1.2 g protein · 9.9 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, edamame or onion?
Per 100 g, edamame has 121 calories and onion has 40. Onion is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, edamame or onion?
Edamame has 12 g of protein per 100 g; onion has 1.1 g. Edamame wins on protein.
Is edamame or onion 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 onion — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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