Calorie comparison
Mac And Cheese vs Potato
Per 100 grams, potato is the lighter choice by 87 calories, while mac and cheese 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 | Mac And Cheese | Potato |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 77 |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 2 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 17 g |
| Fat | 6.6 g | 0.1 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
🧀 Mac And Cheese
1 cup (198 g)
325 cal
13.3 g protein · 39.6 g carbs · 13.1 g fat
🥔 Potato
1 medium (173 g)
133 cal
3.5 g protein · 29.4 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, mac and cheese or potato?
Per 100 g, mac and cheese has 164 calories and potato has 77. Potato is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, mac and cheese or potato?
Mac And Cheese has 6.7 g of protein per 100 g; potato has 2 g. Mac And Cheese wins on protein.
Is mac and cheese or potato 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 potato — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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