Calorie comparison
Quinoa vs Red Wine
Per 100 grams, red wine is the lighter choice by 35 calories, while quinoa 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 | Quinoa | Red Wine |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | 85 |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 21 g | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 0 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
🌾 Quinoa
1 cup cooked (185 g)
222 cal
8.1 g protein · 38.9 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
🍷 Red Wine
5 oz glass (147 g)
125 cal
0.1 g protein · 3.8 g carbs · 0 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, quinoa or red wine?
Per 100 g, quinoa has 120 calories and red wine has 85. Red Wine is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, quinoa or red wine?
Quinoa has 4.4 g of protein per 100 g; red wine has 0.1 g. Quinoa wins on protein.
Is quinoa or red wine 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 red wine — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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