Amaranth (cooked) vs Quinoa (cooked)
Both count toward 30 plants a week.
| Amaranth (cooked) | Quinoa (cooked) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 3.8 g | 4.4 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 18.7 g | 21.3 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 1.6 g | 1.9 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 2.1 g | 2.8 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 102.0 kcal | 120.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 3.7 g | 3.7 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 789 g · 805 kcal | 682 g · 818 kcal |
The same three numbers, drawn
What 30 g of protein looks like on a plate
Where the calories come from
The one-line verdict: Amaranth (cooked) delivers 1.0× the protein per calorie of Quinoa (cooked) (3.7 g vs 3.7 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: QuinoaMore fiber / 100 g: QuinoaLighter per 100 g: AmaranthSmaller 30 g portion: Quinoa
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.