Calorie comparison
Pepperoni Pizza vs Quinoa
Per 100 grams, quinoa is the lighter choice by 162 calories, while pepperoni pizza 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 | Pepperoni Pizza | Quinoa |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 282 | 120 |
| Protein | 12 g | 4.4 g |
| Carbs | 32 g | 21 g |
| Fat | 12 g | 1.9 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
🍕 Pepperoni Pizza
1 slice (111 g)
313 cal
13.3 g protein · 35.5 g carbs · 13.3 g fat
🌾 Quinoa
1 cup cooked (185 g)
222 cal
8.1 g protein · 38.9 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, pepperoni pizza or quinoa?
Per 100 g, pepperoni pizza has 282 calories and quinoa has 120. Quinoa is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, pepperoni pizza or quinoa?
Pepperoni Pizza has 12 g of protein per 100 g; quinoa has 4.4 g. Pepperoni Pizza wins on protein.
Is pepperoni pizza or quinoa 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 quinoa — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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