Rajma / Kidney Beans vs Black Beans
Per 100 g, rajma / kidney beans gives 8.7 g protein for 127 calories, while black beans gives 8.9 g for 132. Here is the full breakdown, including which one gives more protein per calorie.
| Per 100 g | Rajma / Kidney Beans | Black Beans |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 8.7 g | 8.9 g |
| Calories | 127 | 132 |
| Carbs | 22.8 g | 23.7 g |
| Fats | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Protein density | 27% | 27% |
Which should you pick?
- Cutting or high-protein dieting: Rajma / Kidney Beans — more protein per calorie.
- Bulking or hard training days: Black Beans packs more calories into the same volume, which helps when appetite is the limit.
- Lowest carbs: Rajma / Kidney Beans at 22.8 g per 100 g.
- Lowest fat: Rajma / Kidney Beans at 0.5 g per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
- Which has more protein, rajma / kidney beans or black beans?
- Black Beans has more protein — 8.9 g per 100 g versus 8.7 g.
- Which is lower in calories?
- Rajma / Kidney Beans is lighter at 127 kcal per 100 g, compared with 132 kcal.
- Which is better for cutting?
- Rajma / Kidney Beans — about 27% of its calories come from protein, versus 27% for the other. In a deficit, protein per calorie is the number that matters.
- Can I swap rajma / kidney beans for black beans in a meal?
- Yes, but match the macros rather than the weight. To keep protein equal, scale the portion by the ratio of their protein per 100 g — the Procaaf calculator does this for you when you load both foods and adjust the grams.