Calorie comparison
Hummus vs Peanut Butter
Per 100 grams, hummus is the lighter choice by 422 calories, while peanut butter 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 | Hummus | Peanut Butter |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 | 588 |
| Protein | 8 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 14 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 10 g | 50 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
🫛 Hummus
2 tbsp (30 g)
50 cal
2.4 g protein · 4.2 g carbs · 3 g fat
🥜 Peanut Butter
2 tbsp (32 g)
188 cal
8 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 16 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, hummus or peanut butter?
Per 100 g, hummus has 166 calories and peanut butter has 588. Hummus is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, hummus or peanut butter?
Hummus has 8 g of protein per 100 g; peanut butter has 25 g. Peanut Butter wins on protein.
Is hummus or peanut butter 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 hummus — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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