Calories in Tofu
Tofu has 144 kcal per 100 g. ½ cup (126 g) has about 181 kcal.
A soy-based protein used in many plant-forward diets. Nutrition values below are estimates per 100g and can help you track calories and macros.
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| Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal |
| Protein | 17.3 g |
| Fat | 8.7 g |
| Carbs | 2.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.3 g |
| Sugar | 0.6 g |
Nutrition by grams
Typical portions
- Calories
- 144 kcal
- Protein
- 17.3 g
- Fat
- 8.7 g
- Carbs
- 2.8 g
Calories in typical portions
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 144 kcal | 17.3 g |
| ½ cup | 126 g | 181 kcal | 21.8 g |
| 1 serving | 100 g | 144 kcal | 17.3 g |
Tips for tracking tofu
- These values are for firm tofu. Silken tofu has about half the calories, because it holds more water.
- Tofu soaks up oil when fried; pressing it and baking or air-frying keeps the calories close to these numbers.
How long it takes to burn 181 kcal (½ cup)
Walking
42 min
Cycling
22 min
Running
15 min
Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult at a steady pace.
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- Calories in Chia Seeds · 486 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Peanuts · 585 kcal/100 g
FAQ
- How many calories are in tofu?
- Tofu has about 144 calories per 100g.
- How many calories are in a typical portion of tofu?
- A typical portion (½ cup, 126 g) has about 181 kcal and 21.8 g of protein.
- Is tofu high in protein?
- Tofu provides around 17.3g of protein per 100g.
- Can I use this for meal tracking?
- Yes. Use these nutrition estimates to log meals and compare your daily calorie and macro totals.
Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages; brands and preparation can differ.
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