Manchego vs Parmesan (hard)
| Manchego | Parmesan (hard) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 27.0 g | 35.8 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 1.0 g | 3.2 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 29.0 g | 25.0 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 374 kcal | 392.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 7.2 g | 9.1 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 111 g · 416 kcal | 84 g · 329 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: Parmesan (hard) delivers 1.3× the protein per calorie of Manchego (9.1 g vs 7.2 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: ParmesanLighter per 100 g: ManchegoSmaller 30 g portion: Parmesan
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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.