Calorie comparison
English Muffin vs Pasta
Per 100 grams, pasta is the lighter choice by 77 calories, while english muffin 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 | English Muffin | Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 235 | 158 |
| Protein | 8 g | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 46 g | 31 g |
| Fat | 1.8 g | 0.9 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
🫓 English Muffin
1 muffin (57 g)
134 cal
4.6 g protein · 26.2 g carbs · 1 g fat
🍝 Pasta
1 cup cooked (140 g)
221 cal
8.1 g protein · 43.4 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, english muffin or pasta?
Per 100 g, english muffin has 235 calories and pasta has 158. Pasta is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, english muffin or pasta?
English Muffin has 8 g of protein per 100 g; pasta has 5.8 g. English Muffin wins on protein.
Is english muffin or pasta 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 pasta — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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