Which is healthier, Pasta or Pretzel?

Pretzel wins in 6 out of 10 nutritional categories. Pasta has 131 calories and 5g protein per 100g, while Pretzel has 380 calories and 9.1g protein.

How many calories are in Pasta vs Pretzel?

Pasta contains 131 calories per 100g, while Pretzel contains 380 calories per 100g.

Which has more protein, Pasta or Pretzel?

Pretzel has more protein with 9.1g per 100g compared to 5g.

Pasta vs Pretzel

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Pasta 3

6 Pretzel

Grains vs Snacks

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient	Pasta	Pretzel	Better
Calories	131kcal	380kcal	Pasta
Protein	5g	9.1g	Pretzel
Total Fat	1.1g	3.5g	Pasta
Carbohydrates	25g	79.2g	Pretzel
Fiber	1.8g	2.8g	Pretzel
Sugar	0.6g	1.5g	Pasta
Vitamin C	0mg	0mg	Tie
Calcium	7mg	22mg	Pretzel
Iron	0.5mg	4.3mg	Pretzel
Potassium	24mg	88mg	Pretzel

Macronutrient Breakdown

Pasta

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

Pretzel

Protein: 9.1g Fat: 3.5g Carbs: 79.2g

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.

Pasta vs Pretzel — Key Takeaway

Pasta has 249 fewer calories per 100g than Pretzel, making it the lighter option. For protein, Pretzel leads with 9.1g per 100g.

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