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How much protein is in spirulina?
57 g per 100 g
Quick facts
- 4 gIn 1 tbsp powder (about 7 g).
- #4Out of 223 foods on our protein chart.
- 55 gNeeded for 30 g of protein.
About spirulina
Spirulina is very high in protein. Dried spirulina is extremely protein-dense by weight, but it's eaten by the spoonful, so a serving adds only a few grams.
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How it compares
Protein per 100 g, next to the foods closest to it on the chart and a few everyday staples.
| Food | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|
| GelatinSupplement | 86 g |
| Whey proteinSupplement | 80 g |
| SpirulinaAlgae | 57 g |
| Nutritional yeastYeast | 50 g |
| Textured vegetable proteinSoy product | 50 g |
| Chicken breast (cooked)Lean meat | 31 g |
| Egg (cooked)Egg | 13 g |
| Greek yogurtDairy | 10 g |
| Lentils (cooked)Legume | 9 g |
| TofuSoy product | 8 g |
FAQ
How much protein is in spirulina?
Spirulina has 57 g of protein per 100 g. A typical serving, 1 tbsp powder (about 7 g), gives you roughly 4 g.
Is spirulina high in protein?
Spirulina is very high in protein. With 57 g per 100 g it ranks #4 of the 223 foods on our protein chart.
How much spirulina do I need to eat for 30 g of protein?
About 55 g of spirulina.
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