Which is healthier, Bacon or Pasta?

Pasta wins in 5 out of 10 nutritional categories. Bacon has 541 calories and 37g protein per 100g, while Pasta has 131 calories and 5g protein.

How many calories are in Bacon vs Pasta?

Bacon contains 541 calories per 100g, while Pasta contains 131 calories per 100g.

Which has more protein, Bacon or Pasta?

Bacon has more protein with 37g per 100g compared to 5g.

Bacon vs Pasta

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Bacon 4

5 Pasta

Meat vs Grains

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient	Bacon	Pasta	Better
Calories	541kcal	131kcal	Pasta
Protein	37g	5g	Bacon
Total Fat	41.8g	1.1g	Pasta
Carbohydrates	1.4g	25g	Pasta
Fiber	0g	1.8g	Pasta
Sugar	0g	0.6g	Bacon
Vitamin C	0mg	0mg	Tie
Calcium	5mg	7mg	Pasta
Iron	0.8mg	0.5mg	Bacon
Potassium	565mg	24mg	Bacon

Macronutrient Breakdown

Bacon

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

Pasta

Protein: 5g Fat: 1.1g Carbs: 25g

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 Pasta — Key Takeaway

Pasta has 410 fewer calories per 100g than Bacon, making it the lighter option. For protein, Bacon leads with 37g per 100g.

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