Calorie comparison
Peanut Butter vs Tempeh
Per 100 grams, tempeh is the lighter choice by 396 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 | Tempeh |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 588 | 192 |
| Protein | 25 g | 20 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 8 g |
| Fat | 50 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
🥜 Peanut Butter
2 tbsp (32 g)
188 cal
8 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 16 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, peanut butter or tempeh?
Per 100 g, peanut butter has 588 calories and tempeh has 192. Tempeh is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, peanut butter or tempeh?
Peanut Butter has 25 g of protein per 100 g; tempeh has 20 g. Peanut Butter wins on protein.
Is peanut butter 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 tempeh — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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