Which is healthier, Ham or Pepperoni?

Pepperoni wins in 5 out of 10 nutritional categories. Ham has 145 calories and 21g protein per 100g, while Pepperoni has 494 calories and 22.5g protein.

How many calories are in Ham vs Pepperoni?

Ham contains 145 calories per 100g, while Pepperoni contains 494 calories per 100g.

Which has more protein, Ham or Pepperoni?

Pepperoni has more protein with 22.5g per 100g compared to 21g.

Ham vs Pepperoni

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Ham 2

5 Pepperoni

Meat vs Meat

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient	Ham	Pepperoni	Better
Calories	145kcal	494kcal	Ham
Protein	21g	22.5g	Pepperoni
Total Fat	5.5g	43.9g	Ham
Carbohydrates	1.5g	2.1g	Pepperoni
Fiber	0g	0g	Tie
Sugar	0g	0g	Tie
Vitamin C	0mg	0mg	Tie
Calcium	7mg	10mg	Pepperoni
Iron	0.7mg	1.5mg	Pepperoni
Potassium	287mg	363mg	Pepperoni

Macronutrient Breakdown

Ham

Protein: 21g Fat: 5.5g Carbs: 1.5g

Pepperoni

Protein: 22.5g Fat: 43.9g Carbs: 2.1g

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.

Ham vs Pepperoni — Key Takeaway

Ham has 349 fewer calories per 100g than Pepperoni, making it the lighter option.

Track Your Nutrition

Make informed food choices with detailed nutrition data for every meal.

Compare More Foods