Tempeh vs Halloumi
Per 100 g, tempeh gives 20 g protein for 193 calories, while halloumi gives 21 g for 316. Here is the full breakdown, including which one gives more protein per calorie.
| Per 100 g | Tempeh | Halloumi |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 20 g | 21 g |
| Calories | 193 | 316 |
| Carbs | 7.6 g | 2.2 g |
| Fats | 11 g | 25 g |
| Protein density | 41% | 27% |
Which should you pick?
- Cutting or high-protein dieting: Tempeh — more protein per calorie.
- Bulking or hard training days: Halloumi packs more calories into the same volume, which helps when appetite is the limit.
- Lowest carbs: Halloumi at 2.2 g per 100 g.
- Lowest fat: Tempeh at 11 g per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
- Which has more protein, tempeh or halloumi?
- Halloumi has more protein — 21 g per 100 g versus 20 g.
- Which is lower in calories?
- Tempeh is lighter at 193 kcal per 100 g, compared with 316 kcal.
- Which is better for cutting?
- Tempeh — about 41% 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 tempeh for halloumi 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.