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Tempeh

Good Protein

3 oz cooked tempeh (85 g) per serving.

17.2g
protein per serving
Calories
163
per serving
Protein density
10.6
g per 100 cal
Calorie cost
9.5
cal per 1g protein
To hit 30g protein
1.7 oz
148g · 284 cal

Macro breakdown

Protein17.2g(39%)
Carbs6.5g(15%)
Fat9.2g(47%)
Fiber0g

Tips to maximize protein

1.Store Tempeh according to package directions
2.Check nutrition labels and choose varieties lower in sodium
3.Incorporate into meals for added protein variety
4.Combine with vegetables and grains for balanced nutrition
5.Use in moderation as part of a varied diet

Pairs well with

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Eggs
6.3g
72 cal

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tempeh contains 17.2g of protein per serving. This makes it an excellent high-protein choice with a protein density score of 10.6 (grams of protein per 100 calories).

You need approximately 1.7 servings of Tempeh to reach 30g of protein, which would provide about 284 calories. This makes it easy to hit your protein target with a reasonable portion.

Tempeh provides 17.2g of protein for 163 calories, giving it a calorie cost of 9.5 calories per gram of protein. This excellent protein-to-calorie ratio makes it a great choice for weight loss.

Nutrition data sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

Last verified: 2025-02-16

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