Calorie comparison
Peanuts vs Shrimp
Per 100 grams, shrimp is the lighter choice by 468 calories, while peanuts 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 | Peanuts | Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 567 | 99 |
| Protein | 26 g | 24 g |
| Carbs | 16 g | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 49 g | 0.3 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
🥜 Peanuts
1 oz (28 g)
159 cal
7.3 g protein · 4.5 g carbs · 13.7 g fat
🦐 Shrimp
3 oz cooked (85 g)
84 cal
20.4 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, peanuts or shrimp?
Per 100 g, peanuts has 567 calories and shrimp has 99. Shrimp is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, peanuts or shrimp?
Peanuts has 26 g of protein per 100 g; shrimp has 24 g. Peanuts wins on protein.
Is peanuts or shrimp 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 shrimp — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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