Calorie comparison
Mac And Cheese vs Red Wine
Per 100 grams, red wine is the lighter choice by 79 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 | Red Wine |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 85 |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 6.6 g | 0 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
🍷 Red Wine
5 oz glass (147 g)
125 cal
0.1 g protein · 3.8 g carbs · 0 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, mac and cheese or red wine?
Per 100 g, mac and cheese has 164 calories and red wine has 85. Red Wine is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, mac and cheese or red wine?
Mac And Cheese has 6.7 g of protein per 100 g; red wine has 0.1 g. Mac And Cheese wins on protein.
Is mac and cheese or red wine 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 red wine — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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