Protein in Mycoprotein Pieces: How Much per 100g and per Portion
Mycoprotein pieces (Quorn, as purchased) provide 14g of protein per 100g. For those tracking macros, it is a very efficient protein source, delivering 19.2g of protein for every 100 kcal consumed. This makes it one of the most protein-dense options in its food group.
CoFID 13-574 · Quorn, pieces, as purchased
What the numbers say
- High protein per calorie. Mycoprotein pieces offer 19.2g of protein per 100 kcal, with protein accounting for 77% of their total energy. This is a very high ratio, useful for meeting protein targets with minimal calories.
- Low in fat and sugars. Based on UK front-of-pack guidance, this food is rated ‘low’ for fat (1.4g), saturated fat (0.4g), and sugars (0.4g) per 100g.
- Source of dietary fibre. Alongside its protein content, mycoprotein pieces also provide a significant amount of dietary fibre, with 8.3g per 100g.
- Medium salt content. The salt content is 0.75g per 100g, which is classified as ‘medium’. This is a factor to consider when planning daily meals.
Mycoprotein Pieces macros per 100g
| Per 100g | Amount | % RI | Colour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 73 kcal 307 kJ |
4% | – |
| Protein | 14g | 28% | – |
| Fat | 1.4g | 2% | low |
| of which saturates | 0.4g | 2% | low |
| Carbohydrate | 1.1g | 0% | – |
| of which sugars | 0.4g | 0% | low |
| Fibre | 8.3g | – | – |
| Salt | 0.75g | 12% | medium |
% RI is the share of the adult reference intake used on UK food labels (protein 50g, energy 2,000 kcal). Label colour applies the FSA front-of-pack bands for fat, saturates, sugars and salt per 100g. “Trace” means CoFID reports only a trace amount.
Protein in mycoprotein pieces by amount
| Amount | Protein | kcal | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80g | 11.2g | 58 | 0.9g | 1.1g |
| 100g | 14g | 73 | 1.1g | 1.4g |
| 200g | 28g | 146 | 2.2g | 2.8g |
Example amounts for comparison, not recommended portions. Weigh your own serving.
Amount of mycoprotein pieces for 20g or 30g of protein
- To achieve a 20g protein serving, you would need to prepare 143g of the pieces, which contains 104 kcal.
- For a larger 30g protein portion, the amount required is 214g. This provides 156 kcal and 1.61g of salt.
- The nutritional data is for the product ‘as purchased’, so always weigh your portion before cooking, as the weight will change during preparation.
How it compares with other beans, pulses and soya foods
Within the ‘beans, pulses and soya foods’ category on this site, mycoprotein pieces rank very highly. They are second out of 17 foods for protein per 100g and rank first for protein per 100 kcal, making them the most calorie-efficient protein source in the group. For comparison, tempeh has more protein per 100g (20.7g) but also more than double the calories. Soya beans provide the same 14g of protein but with 141 kcal, while tofu contains less protein at 8.1g per 100g.
| Per 100g | Protein | kcal | Protein per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mycoprotein Pieces | 14g | 73 | 19.2g |
| Tempeh | 20.7g | 166 | 12.5g |
| Soya Beans | 14g | 141 | 9.9g |
| Tofu | 8.1g | 73 | 11.1g |
| Broad Beans | 9g | 91 | 9.9g |
Quick answers
Are Quorn pieces a good source of protein?
Yes, they contain 14g of protein per 100g. This amount provides 28% of the UK’s daily reference intake for protein.
How much fat is in mycoprotein pieces?
Mycoprotein pieces are very low in fat, containing just 1.4g of fat and 0.4g of saturated fat per 100g. Both are rated ‘low’ according to front-of-pack nutritional labelling.
How do mycoprotein pieces compare to tofu for protein?
Mycoprotein pieces contain significantly more protein than tofu. They provide 14g of protein per 100g, whereas tofu provides 8.1g for the same weight.
When to speak to a GP or dietitian
- This food contains eggs, one of the 14 allergens that UK food law requires to be declared. If you have an egg allergy, follow the plan from your GP or allergy clinic and check labels on the products you buy.
- If tracking protein or calories starts to feel stressful or takes over your day, talk to your GP. Our safety note lists support services.