Calorie comparison
Quinoa vs Salmon
Per 100 grams, quinoa is the lighter choice by 86 calories, while salmon 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 | Salmon |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | 206 |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 22 g |
| Carbs | 21 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 13 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
🐟 Salmon
3 oz cooked (85 g)
175 cal
18.7 g protein · 0 g carbs · 11 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, quinoa or salmon?
Per 100 g, quinoa has 120 calories and salmon has 206. Quinoa is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, quinoa or salmon?
Quinoa has 4.4 g of protein per 100 g; salmon has 22 g. Salmon wins on protein.
Is quinoa or salmon 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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