Calorie comparison
Eggplant vs Tomato
Per 100 grams, tomato is the lighter choice by 7 calories, while eggplant 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 | Eggplant | Tomato |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 | 18 |
| Protein | 1 g | 0.9 g |
| Carbs | 6 g | 3.9 g |
| Fat | 0.2 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
🍆 Eggplant
1 cup cubed (82 g)
21 cal
0.8 g protein · 4.9 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
🍅 Tomato
1 medium (123 g)
22 cal
1.1 g protein · 4.8 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, eggplant or tomato?
Per 100 g, eggplant has 25 calories and tomato has 18. Tomato is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, eggplant or tomato?
Eggplant has 1 g of protein per 100 g; tomato has 0.9 g. Eggplant wins on protein.
Is eggplant or tomato 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 tomato — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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