Fermented TempehVSCottage Cheese (Lowfat)

Comparing Tempeh with Cottage cheese

Fermented Tempeh

Plant

May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.

Legumes and Legume Products• USDA #172467

Top Protein

Protein19.9g

Cals

195

Fat

11.4g

Carbs

7.6g

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Cottage Cheese (Lowfat)

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Dairy and Egg Products• USDA #328841

Protein11.0g

Cals

Fat

2.3g

Carbs

4.3g

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Key Differences

Protein Gap

8.9g

-45% difference

Calorie Gap

111

-57% difference

Fat Gap

9.1g

Carb Gap

3.3g

Category Winners

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Most Protein

Per 100g serving

Fermented Tempeh

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Lowest Calories

For weight loss

Cottage Cheese (Lowfat)

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Best Efficiency

Protein per calorie

Cottage Cheese (Lowfat)

Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14