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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Tempeh's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Good nutrient density 32/100
How many beneficial nutrients Tempeh delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Tempeh come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
18% from carbs
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Carbs 18%9.4 g per serving
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Fat 47%10.8 g per serving
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Protein 35%18.5 g per serving
What Tempeh is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 220.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 3,591.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 20.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 1,500.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 600.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 100.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 2,750.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 40.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 3,591.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18.5 g | |
| Histidine | 466.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 880.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,430.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 908.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 175.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 893.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 796.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 194.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 920.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 960.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,252.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 1,995.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 193.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 3,292.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 754.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 1,030.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 1,019.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 664.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.6 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 24.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.3 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 111.0 mg | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | |
| Magnesium | 81.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 266.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 412.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 9.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.6 mg | |
| Manganese | 1.3 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.0 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.6 g | — |
About Tempeh
Tempeh is a firm, dense cake of whole soybeans bound together by an edible culture in a traditional Indonesian fermentation. Nuttier, chewier and more substantial than tofu, it has a savory, almost mushroomy flavor and a texture that crisps and browns beautifully.
Because it's made from whole, fermented soybeans, it's exceptionally high in plant protein — a complete protein with all the essential amino acids — along with fiber, iron, magnesium, B vitamins and the isoflavones of soy. The fermentation also makes its nutrients easier to absorb.
Heartier and higher in protein and fiber than tofu, tempeh is one of the most substantial meat alternatives there is — marinated and pan-fried or crumbled into a stir-fry, it brings real bite to a plant-based plate.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Tempeh?
There are 193 calories in 100 g of Tempeh, or about 320 calories in 1 cup (166 g).
How much protein is in Tempeh?
Tempeh contains 18.5 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Tempeh?
Tempeh has 9.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Tempeh?
Tempeh provides 10.8 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Tempeh a good source of?
Tempeh is an excellent source of Copper (62% DV), Manganese (57% DV), Protein (37% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (28% DV) and Phosphorus (21% DV) and a good source of Magnesium, Niacin (B3), Iron, Vitamin B6 and Zinc (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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Compare Tempeh with…
- Tempeh vs Oil, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated), principal uses popcorn and flavoring vegetables
- Tempeh vs Tofu, dried-frozen (koyadofu), prepared with calcium sulfate
- Tempeh vs Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed
- Tempeh vs Soy sauce made from soy and wheat (shoyu)
- Tempeh vs Tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari)
- Tempeh vs Tofu, dried-frozen (koyadofu)