Tofu
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Tofu by Kirkland scores 9/10 for Blood Sugar based on high fiber-to-carb ratio slows glucose absorption.
Tofu by Kirkland provides 118 calories, 10.0g protein, 5.0g fat, and 3.5g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 8.5g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Weight Loss, Blood Sugar, Clean Label health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 10.0g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Moderate calorie content at 118 kcal per 100g.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.5g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ⚠High sodium content (5000mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Tofu by Kirkland is a lower-calorie option in the plant based meat category at 118 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 174.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 118 kcal per 100g (category avg: 174)
- •Protein: 10.0g per 100g (category avg: 14.8g)
- •Sugars: 1.0g per 100g (category avg: 3.1g)
- •Fiber: 1.0g per 100g (category avg: 3.7g)
- •Saturated fat: 0.5g per 100g
- •Sodium: 5000mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan, people managing blood sugar levels.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 5000mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 10000mg — roughly 435% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
If Tofu doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, higher-fiber choices for better digestive health. Browse the plant based meat category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Water, organic soybeans, less than 2% of calcium sulfate, magnesium chloride. CONTAINS: Soy.