Calorie comparison
Quinoa vs Spaghetti Bolognese
Per 100 grams, quinoa is the lighter choice by 18 calories, while spaghetti bolognese 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 | Spaghetti Bolognese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | 138 |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 7 g |
| Carbs | 21 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 5 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
🍝 Spaghetti Bolognese
1 cup (250 g)
345 cal
17.5 g protein · 40 g carbs · 12.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, quinoa or spaghetti bolognese?
Per 100 g, quinoa has 120 calories and spaghetti bolognese has 138. Quinoa is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, quinoa or spaghetti bolognese?
Quinoa has 4.4 g of protein per 100 g; spaghetti bolognese has 7 g. Spaghetti Bolognese wins on protein.
Is quinoa or spaghetti bolognese 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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