Tempeh vs Chicken breast (roasted)
Tempeh counts toward 30 plants a week; Chicken breast (roasted) doesn't.
| Tempeh | Chicken breast (roasted) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 19.9 g | 31.0 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 7.6 g | 0.0 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 11.4 g | 3.6 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 1.8 g | 0.0 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 195.0 kcal | 165.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 10.2 g | 18.8 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 151 g · 294 kcal | 97 g · 160 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: Chicken breast (roasted) delivers 1.8× the protein per calorie of Tempeh (18.8 g vs 10.2 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: Chicken breastMore fiber / 100 g: TempehLighter per 100 g: Chicken breastSmaller 30 g portion: Chicken breast
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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.