Nutrition selection

foods with more protein than fat: lista completa para decidir rápido

Written by NutriDecide Editorial Team Last updated: 2026-07-23

A curated food list to compare nutrients, calories and dietary context without focusing on just one item.

Use the tables to compare real options for your goal — values are per 100 g unless stated otherwise on the label.

Type: Food pages Focus: Nutrition Goal: Health & performance
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Nutrition selection

foods with more protein than fat: lista completa para decidir rápido

A curated food list to compare nutrients, calories and dietary context without focusing on just one item.

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Page summary

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Total foods

100

items analyzed

Best choice

Gelatin, dried

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Average protein

65,3 g

per 100g

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Average carbs

9,4 g

per 100g

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Average fat

3,0 g

per 100g

Quick assessment

Our analysis

This ranking features foods from DATA.top_foods that are higher in protein than fat per 100 grams. It provides a quick reference for selecting high-protein, low-fat options suitable for muscle gain and dietary planning.

All listed items meet the criteria of having at least 8 grams of protein and no more than 12 grams of fat per 100 grams serving, making this a practical guide for targeted nutrition decisions.

👍 Positive points

  • ✅ List with 100 foods; Gelatin, dried ranks among the top picks.
  • ✅ Leader in Protein: Peptídeos de colágeno em pó (90 g per 100 g).
  • ✅ Average protein in this list: 65.3 g per 100 g.

⚠️ Points to watch

  • ⚠️ Large list — compare portions and context, not just table rank.
  • ⚠️ Calorie range spans 149 kcal to 740 kcal per 100 g — the same pick can weigh very differently on your daily target.
  • ⚠️ Proteína de suero aislada en polvo packs more calories (370 kcal per 100 g) — watch portions.

Full analysis

What this list shows

This ranking features foods from DATA.top_foods that are higher in Protein than Fat per 100 grams. It provides a quick reference for selecting high-Protein, low-Fat options suitable for muscle gain and dietary planning.

All listed items meet the criteria of having at least 8 grams of Protein and no more than 12 grams of Fat per 100 grams serving, making this a practical guide for targeted nutrition decisions.

Top picks and why they rank well

Among the standout foods, Collagen peptides powder leads with an impressive 90g of Protein per 100g, zero Fat, and no Carbs, making it ideal for high-Protein, low-carb diets focused on muscle recovery. Its nutrient density and high Protein ratio support this purpose.

Whey Protein isolate powder also ranks highly with 90g of Protein and just 1g of Fat, offering excellent amino acid profiles for muscle synthesis. Its low calorie count and high nutrient density make it a favorite among athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Soy Protein isolate powder provides 88g of Protein with only 1g of Fat per 100g, along with notable micronutrients such as iron and magnesium, making it suitable for plant-based diets aiming to maximize Protein intake without excess Fat.

Other foods like Beef Protein isolate powder and Hydrolyzed whey Protein powder are also notable, offering similarly high Protein contents with minimal Fat, suitable for muscle-building goals.

How to choose based on your goal

If you're aiming for muscle gain, prioritize products like collagen peptides or whey isolate powders with the highest Protein-to-Fat ratio. They provide concentrated Protein with minimal fats and Carbs, perfect for recovery and growth.

For weight loss, foods with very low Carbs and high Protein, such as collagen peptides or gelatin, can help maintain muscle mass while supporting satiety.

Those focused on general nutrition general health should consider foods like soy or beef Protein isolates, which also offer important micronutrients along with their macro profile.

Common mistakes when using this list

One frequent error is relying solely on macro ratios without considering the overall quality or micronutrient content of the foods. For instance, some high-Protein foods may lack essential vitamins or minerals.

Another mistake is ignoring portion sizes—values are per 100g, so adjust quantities according to your actual serving size to avoid overestimating intake.

Additionally, some might overlook the food type, such as processed powders versus whole foods, which can affect digestion and absorption.

Practical next step for the reader

Start by comparing the top foods listed here based on your specific goals. For muscle gain, focus on products like collagen peptides or whey isolate, then adjust serving sizes to match your daily intake plan. Remember to balance macro and micronutrients for optimal general health.

Consult with a general healthcare or nutrition professional for personalized advice, especially if you have specific general health conditions. Keep in mind, this list is educational and designed for quick, practical decision-making based on macro content.

How to interpret this page

🔥 Calories: Calories show energy per 100 g and help you compare portion impact across foods. Use them with protein and carbs to see whether an option fits maintenance, deficit, or surplus goals. A low score does not mean a food is ‘bad’ — it reflects nutrient density for general health, not your specific plan.

💪 Protein: Protein per 100 g shows how concentrated a food is as a protein source. Higher values support muscle recovery, satiety, and meal balance when that is your priority. Compare foods on this page rather than judging a single macro in isolation.

🌾 Carbs: Carbs matter most in context: training days, ketogenic diets, and endurance goals change what ‘good’ looks like. Powders such as maltodextrin score lower on our general-health scale because they are energy-dense with little protein, fiber, or micronutrients — not because they are never useful.

🥑 Fat: Fat carries more than twice the calories per gram than protein or carbs, so small portion changes matter. Moderate fat levels can support hormones and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Use this column with calories when balancing satiety and energy density.

Tip: combine the table with your goal — weight loss, muscle gain, low carb, endurance, or general health. The score helps compare options on this page; it does not replace medical or sports-nutrition advice.

Nutrition facts (per 100g)

The data shown is filtered to match this page’s topic.

The NutriDecide score (1–10) ranks foods on this page by protein, nutrient density, fiber, and a general-health lens — not by taste or whether they fit a specific diet. Low scores (e.g. maltodextrin) usually mean fewer nutrients per calorie; high scores (e.g. soy protein isolate) mean stronger protein and micronutrient density. It is a comparison tool: a low score does not forbid a food when it matches your goal.

FoodCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberScore
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Peptídeos de colágeno em pó

360,090,00,00,00,0 10/10
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Collagen peptides powder

360,090,00,00,00,0 10/10
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Péptidos de colágeno en polvo

360,090,00,00,00,0 10/10
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Proteína de suero aislada en polvo

370,090,02,01,00,0 10/10
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Whey protein isolate powder

370,090,02,01,00,0 10/10
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Whey protein isolado em pó

370,090,02,01,00,0 10/10
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Soy protein isolate powder

335,088,03,01,00,0 10/10
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Proteína isolada de soja em pó

335,088,03,01,00,0 10/10
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Proteína isolada de carne bovina em pó

370,088,02,01,00,0 10/10
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Proteína aislada de soja en polvo

335,088,03,01,00,0 10/10
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Proteína aislada de carne bovina en polvo

370,088,02,01,00,0 10/10
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Beef protein isolate powder

370,088,02,01,00,0 10/10
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Proteína de suero hidrolizada en polvo

365,088,03,01,50,0 10/10
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Whey protein hidrolisado em pó

365,088,03,01,50,0 10/10
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Calcium caseinate powder

360,088,02,01,50,0 10/10
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Caseinato de cálcio em pó

360,088,02,01,50,0 10/10
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Hydrolyzed whey protein powder

365,088,03,01,50,0 10/10
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Caseinato de calcio en polvo

360,088,02,01,50,0 10/10
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Protein supplement

387,087,80,04,00,0 10/10
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Gelatin, dried

348,086,90,011,30,0 10/10
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Jello, unflavored, dry mix (imported date)

343,085,60,00,10,0 10/10
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Gelatin

338,084,40,00,00,0 10/10
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Egg albumin powder

360,082,05,00,50,0 10/10
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Albúmina de huevo en polvo

360,082,05,00,50,0 10/10
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Albumina de ovo em pó

360,082,05,00,50,0 10/10
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Caseína micelar en polvo

360,082,06,02,00,0 10/10
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Micellar casein powder

360,082,06,02,00,0 10/10
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Caseína micelar em pó

360,082,06,02,00,0 10/10
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Egg white, powder

356,081,17,85,80,0 10/10
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Soy protein

402,080,51,85,05,6 10/10
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L-glutamina en polvo

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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L-glutamine powder

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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L-glutamina em pó

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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Aminoácidos essenciais em pó

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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Aminoácidos esenciales en polvo

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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BCAA powder

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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BCAA em pó

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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Essential amino acids powder

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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BCAA en polvo

400,080,05,00,00,0 10/10
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Proteína isolada de ervilha em pó

380,080,08,06,02,0 10/10
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Whey protein concentrado em pó

400,080,08,06,00,0 10/10
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Proteína de suero concentrada en polvo

400,080,08,06,00,0 10/10
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Pea protein isolate powder

380,080,08,06,02,0 10/10
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Whey protein concentrate powder

400,080,08,06,00,0 10/10
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Proteína aislada de guisante en polvo

380,080,08,06,02,0 10/10
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Supplement, protein powder whey based

339,078,13,21,63,1 10/10
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Egg, chicken, white, dehydrated, pasteurized, Brazil

346,078,07,70,30,0 10/10
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Proteína de arroz em pó

370,078,08,03,52,0 10/10
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Proteína de arroz en polvo

370,078,08,03,52,0 10/10
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Rice protein powder

370,078,08,03,52,0 10/10

Vitamins and minerals

Showing top foods: 12 / 100
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Food

Peptídeos de colágeno em pó

Minerals

Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium
Sodium 250,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Collagen peptides powder

Minerals

Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium
Sodium 250,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Péptidos de colágeno en polvo

Minerals

Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium
Sodium 250,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Proteína de suero aislada en polvo

Minerals

Calcium 500,0
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium 500,0
Sodium 350,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Whey protein isolate powder

Minerals

Calcium 500,0
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium 500,0
Sodium 350,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Whey protein isolado em pó

Minerals

Calcium 500,0
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium 500,0
Sodium 350,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Soy protein isolate powder

Minerals

Calcium 180,0
Iron 14,0
Magnesium 70,0
Phosphorus 700,0
Potassium 1500,0
Sodium 1000,0
Zinc 4,0

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Proteína isolada de soja em pó

Minerals

Calcium 180,0
Iron 14,0
Magnesium 70,0
Phosphorus 700,0
Potassium 1500,0
Sodium 1000,0
Zinc 4,0

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Proteína isolada de carne bovina em pó

Minerals

Calcium
Iron 2,0
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium 300,0
Sodium 500,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Proteína aislada de soja en polvo

Minerals

Calcium 180,0
Iron 14,0
Magnesium 70,0
Phosphorus 700,0
Potassium 1500,0
Sodium 1000,0
Zinc 4,0

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Proteína aislada de carne bovina en polvo

Minerals

Calcium
Iron 2,0
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium 300,0
Sodium 500,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
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Food

Beef protein isolate powder

Minerals

Calcium
Iron 2,0
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium 300,0
Sodium 500,0
Zinc

Vitamins

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12

Analysis

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Protein

High

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Carbs

Low

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Fat

Low

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Calories

High

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Summary

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Frequently asked questions

What is the foods with more protein than fat list for?

It groups foods with at least 8g of protein and no more than 12g of fat per 100g serving, ideal for high-protein, low-fat dietary choices, especially for muscle gain.

Where to start in the table?

Begin with Collagen peptides powder, Whey protein isolate powder, and Soy protein isolate powder—compare their protein, carbs, and calorie content per 100g.

How to read the list numbers?

All macro values are per 100g. Adjust them for your actual serving size to plan your diet accurately.

Are values per serving or per 100g?

All listed macro and micro values are per 100g unless otherwise specified.

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