Tempeh vs Tofu (firm)
Both count toward 30 plants a week.
| Tempeh | Tofu (firm) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 19.9 g | 17.3 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 7.6 g | 2.8 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 11.4 g | 8.7 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 1.8 g | 2.3 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 195.0 kcal | 144.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 10.2 g | 12.0 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 151 g · 294 kcal | 174 g · 250 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: Tofu (firm) delivers 1.2× the protein per calorie of Tempeh (12.0 g vs 10.2 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: TempehMore fiber / 100 g: TofuLighter per 100 g: TofuSmaller 30 g portion: Tempeh
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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.