Raw Oat BranVSRaw Quinoa

Comparing Oat Bran with Quinoa

Raw Oat Bran

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Cereal Grains and Pasta USDA #168872
Top Protein
Protein17.3g
Cals
246
Fat
7.0g
Carbs
66.2g

Raw Quinoa

Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Cereal Grains and Pasta USDA #168874
Protein14.1g
Cals
368
Fat
6.1g
Carbs
64.2g

Key Differences

Protein Gap
3.2g
-18% difference
Calorie Gap
122
50% difference
Fat Gap
1.0g
Carb Gap
2.1g

Category Winners

💪
Most Protein
Per 100g serving
Raw Oat Bran
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Lowest Calories
For weight loss
Raw Oat Bran
Best Efficiency
Protein per calorie
Raw Oat Bran
Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14