Natto vs Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Natto 212 kcal Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed 81 kcal
Calories
212 kcal 81 kcal
Protein
17.7 g 8.5 g
Carbs
14.4 g 6.5 g
Fiber
5.4 g 0.8 g
Sugars
4.9 g 0.5 g
Fat
11.0 g 4.5 g
Sodium
7 mg 10 mg

Key takeaways

  • Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed has 62% fewer calories (81 kcal vs 212 kcal).
  • Natto has more protein (17.7 g vs 8.5 g).
  • Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed has more carbs (6.5 g vs 14.4 g).
  • Natto has more fiber (5.4 g vs 0.8 g).
  • Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed has more sugars (0.5 g vs 4.9 g).
MacronutrientsNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Calories 212 kcal 81 kcal
Protein 17.7 g 8.5 g
Total Fat 11.0 g 4.5 g
Total Carbohydrate 14.4 g 6.5 g
Dietary Fiber 5.4 g 0.8 g
Total Sugars 4.9 g 0.5 g
Water 55.0 g 79.5 g
CarbohydratesNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Total Carbohydrate 14.4 g 6.5 g
Dietary Fiber 5.4 g 0.8 g
Total Sugars 4.9 g 0.5 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Total Fat 11.0 g 4.5 g
Saturated Fat 1.6 g 0.6 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2.4 g 1.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2 g 2.5 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g 0.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 734.0 mg 296.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 5,476.0 mg 2,217.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Protein 17.7 g 8.5 g
Histidine 512.0 mg 225.0 mg
Isoleucine 931.0 mg 375.0 mg
Leucine 1,509.0 mg 607.0 mg
Lysine 1,145.0 mg 486.0 mg
Methionine 208.0 mg 89.0 mg
Phenylalanine 941.0 mg 415.0 mg
Threonine 813.0 mg 325.0 mg
Tryptophan 223.0 mg 103.0 mg
Valine 1,018.0 mg 401.0 mg
Alanine 798.0 mg 355.0 mg
Arginine 909.0 mg 585.0 mg
Aspartic Acid 1,956.0 mg 1,148.0 mg
Cystine 220.0 mg 102.0 mg
Glutamic Acid 3,337.0 mg 1,272.0 mg
Glycine 646.0 mg 325.0 mg
Proline 1,403.0 mg 436.0 mg
Serine 1,121.0 mg 421.0 mg
Tyrosine 556.0 mg 309.0 mg
VitaminsNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Vitamin A (RAE) 0.0 mcg 2.0 mcg
Vitamin C 13.0 mg 8.3 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Vitamin E 0.0 mg 0.2 mg
Vitamin K 23.1 mcg 70.6 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 0.2 mg 0.2 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 0.1 mg
Niacin (B3) 0.0 mg 1.1 mg
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 0.1 mg
Folate (B9) 8.0 mcg 80.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.2 mg 0.7 mg
Choline 57.0 mg 41.2 mg
MineralsNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Calcium 217.0 mg 59.0 mg
Iron 8.6 mg 1.3 mg
Magnesium 115.0 mg 60.0 mg
Phosphorus 174.0 mg 135.0 mg
Potassium 729.0 mg 355.0 mg
Sodium 7.0 mg 10.0 mg
Zinc 3.0 mg 1.0 mg
Copper 0.7 mg 0.3 mg
Manganese 1.5 mg 0.7 mg
Selenium 8.8 mcg 0.6 mcg
SterolsNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
OtherNattoSoybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
Alcohol 0.0 g 0.0 g
Caffeine 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Theobromine 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Ash 1.9 g 1.1 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Natto or Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed?

Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed has fewer calories: 212 kcal for Natto vs 81 kcal for Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Natto or Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed?

Natto has more protein: 17.7 g for Natto vs 8.5 g for Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, Natto or Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed?

Natto has more fiber: 5.4 g for Natto vs 0.8 g for Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed per 100 g.

Is Natto or Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed healthier?

Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed is lower in calories, and Natto is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.