Calorie comparison
Sweet Potato vs Tofu
Per 100 grams, sweet potato is the lighter choice by 58 calories, while tofu 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 | Sweet Potato | Tofu |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 | 144 |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 15 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 3.9 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 8.7 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
🍠 Sweet Potato
1 medium (130 g)
112 cal
2.1 g protein · 26 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
🧊 Tofu
1/2 cup (126 g)
181 cal
18.9 g protein · 4.9 g carbs · 11 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, sweet potato or tofu?
Per 100 g, sweet potato has 86 calories and tofu has 144. Sweet Potato is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, sweet potato or tofu?
Sweet Potato has 1.6 g of protein per 100 g; tofu has 15 g. Tofu wins on protein.
Is sweet potato or tofu 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 sweet potato — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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