Calorie comparison
Tempeh vs Walnuts
Per 100 grams, tempeh is the lighter choice by 462 calories, while tempeh 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 | Tempeh | Walnuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 | 654 |
| Protein | 20 g | 15 g |
| Carbs | 8 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 65 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
🧊 Tempeh
1/2 cup (84 g)
161 cal
16.8 g protein · 6.7 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
🌰 Walnuts
1 oz (28 g)
183 cal
4.2 g protein · 3.9 g carbs · 18.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, tempeh or walnuts?
Per 100 g, tempeh has 192 calories and walnuts has 654. Tempeh is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, tempeh or walnuts?
Tempeh has 20 g of protein per 100 g; walnuts has 15 g. Tempeh wins on protein.
Is tempeh or walnuts 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 tempeh — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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