Which is healthier, Bacon or Lettuce?

Lettuce wins in 7 out of 10 nutritional categories. Bacon has 541 calories and 37g protein per 100g, while Lettuce has 15 calories and 1.4g protein.

How many calories are in Bacon vs Lettuce?

Bacon contains 541 calories per 100g, while Lettuce contains 15 calories per 100g.

Which has more protein, Bacon or Lettuce?

Bacon has more protein with 37g per 100g compared to 1.4g.

Bacon vs Lettuce

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Bacon 3

7 Lettuce

Meat vs Vegetables

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient	Bacon	Lettuce	Better
Calories	541kcal	15kcal	Lettuce
Protein	37g	1.4g	Bacon
Total Fat	41.8g	0.2g	Lettuce
Carbohydrates	1.4g	2.9g	Lettuce
Fiber	0g	1.3g	Lettuce
Sugar	0g	0.8g	Bacon
Vitamin C	0mg	9.2mg	Lettuce
Calcium	5mg	36mg	Lettuce
Iron	0.8mg	0.9mg	Lettuce
Potassium	565mg	194mg	Bacon

Macronutrient Breakdown

Bacon

Protein: 37g Fat: 41.8g Carbs: 1.4g

Lettuce

Protein: 1.4g Fat: 0.2g Carbs: 2.9g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Bacon vs Lettuce — Key Takeaway

Lettuce has 526 fewer calories per 100g than Bacon, making it the lighter option. For protein, Bacon leads with 37g per 100g.

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