Calorie comparison
Ground Turkey vs Sardines
Per 100 grams, ground turkey is the lighter choice by 5 calories, while ground turkey 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 | Ground Turkey | Sardines |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 203 | 208 |
| Protein | 27 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 10 g | 11 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
🦃 Ground Turkey
3 oz cooked (85 g)
173 cal
23 g protein · 0 g carbs · 8.5 g fat
🐟 Sardines
1 can (92 g)
191 cal
23 g protein · 0 g carbs · 10.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ground turkey or sardines?
Per 100 g, ground turkey has 203 calories and sardines has 208. Ground Turkey is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ground turkey or sardines?
Ground Turkey has 27 g of protein per 100 g; sardines has 25 g. Ground Turkey wins on protein.
Is ground turkey or sardines 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 ground turkey — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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