Calorie comparison
Mac And Cheese vs Salmon
Per 100 grams, mac and cheese is the lighter choice by 42 calories, while salmon 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 | Salmon |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 206 |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 22 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 6.6 g | 13 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
🐟 Salmon
3 oz cooked (85 g)
175 cal
18.7 g protein · 0 g carbs · 11 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, mac and cheese or salmon?
Per 100 g, mac and cheese has 164 calories and salmon has 206. Mac And Cheese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, mac and cheese or salmon?
Mac And Cheese has 6.7 g of protein per 100 g; salmon has 22 g. Salmon wins on protein.
Is mac and cheese or salmon 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 mac and cheese — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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