Bacon (cooked) vs Ham (lean, roasted)
| Bacon (cooked) | Ham (lean, roasted) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 35.7 g | 20.9 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 1.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 43.3 g | 5.5 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 548.0 kcal | 145.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 6.5 g | 14.4 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 84 g · 460 kcal | 143 g · 208 kcal |
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What 30 g of protein looks like on a plate
Where the calories come from
The one-line verdict: Ham (lean, roasted) delivers 2.2× the protein per calorie of Bacon (cooked) (14.4 g vs 6.5 g per 100 kcal).
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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.