Calorie comparison
Peanut Butter vs Soybeans
Per 100 grams, soybeans is the lighter choice by 415 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 | Peanut Butter | Soybeans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 588 | 173 |
| Protein | 25 g | 17 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 10 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 9 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
🥜 Peanut Butter
2 tbsp (32 g)
188 cal
8 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 16 g fat
🫛 Soybeans
1 cup cooked (172 g)
298 cal
29.2 g protein · 17.2 g carbs · 15.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, peanut butter or soybeans?
Per 100 g, peanut butter has 588 calories and soybeans has 173. Soybeans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, peanut butter or soybeans?
Peanut Butter has 25 g of protein per 100 g; soybeans has 17 g. Peanut Butter wins on protein.
Is peanut butter or soybeans 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 soybeans — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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