Calorie comparison
Hummus vs Tempeh
Per 100 grams, hummus is the lighter choice by 26 calories, while tempeh 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 | Tempeh |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 | 192 |
| Protein | 8 g | 20 g |
| Carbs | 14 g | 8 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
🫛 Hummus
2 tbsp (30 g)
50 cal
2.4 g protein · 4.2 g carbs · 3 g fat
🧊 Tempeh
1/2 cup (84 g)
161 cal
16.8 g protein · 6.7 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, hummus or tempeh?
Per 100 g, hummus has 166 calories and tempeh has 192. Hummus is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, hummus or tempeh?
Hummus has 8 g of protein per 100 g; tempeh has 20 g. Tempeh wins on protein.
Is hummus or tempeh 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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