Calorie comparison
Bell Pepper vs Eggplant
Per 100 grams, eggplant is the lighter choice by 6 calories. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Bell Pepper | Eggplant |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 | 25 |
| Protein | 1 g | 1 g |
| Carbs | 6 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.2 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🫑 Bell Pepper
1 medium (119 g)
37 cal
1.2 g protein · 7.1 g carbs · 0.4 g fat
🍆 Eggplant
1 cup cubed (82 g)
21 cal
0.8 g protein · 4.9 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bell pepper or eggplant?
Per 100 g, bell pepper has 31 calories and eggplant has 25. Eggplant is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bell pepper or eggplant?
Bell Pepper has 1 g of protein per 100 g; eggplant has 1 g. They're tied on protein.
Is bell pepper or eggplant better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward eggplant — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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