Plantain (raw) vs Banana
Both count toward 30 plants a week.
| Plantain (raw) | Banana | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 1.3 g | 1.1 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 31.9 g | 22.8 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 1.7 g | 2.6 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 122 kcal | 89.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 1.1 g | 1.2 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 2308 g · 2815 kcal | 2752 g · 2450 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: Banana delivers 1.1× the protein per calorie of Plantain (raw) (1.2 g vs 1.1 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: PlantainMore fiber / 100 g: BananaLighter per 100 g: BananaSmaller 30 g portion: Plantain
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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.