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Bacon Bits, Meatless vs Meat Extender: Nutrition Comparison

Compare calories, protein, fat, carbs, vitamins and minerals per 100 g. Values shaded green are generally the more favorable ones.

Key differences

  • Bacon Bits, Meatless has more calories; Meat Extender is lower in calories.
  • Meat Extender has more protein per 100 g.
  • Meat Extender is notably higher in dietary fiber.
  • Meat Extender is notably higher in iron.
  • Meat Extender is notably higher in calcium.

At a glance

Bacon Bits, Meatless on the left, Meat Extender on the right. The longer bar holds more per 100 g; green marks the generally more favorable value.

Calories
476 kcal
311 kcal
Protein
32 g
41.7 g
Total Fat
25.9 g
3 g
Carbohydrate
28.6 g
34.7 g
Dietary Fiber
10.2 g
17.5 g

Nutrient comparison (per 100 g)

Nutrient Bacon Bits, Meatless Meat Extender
Calories 476 kcal 311 kcal
Protein 32 g 41.7 g
Total Fat 25.9 g 3 g
Saturated Fat 4.1 g 0.4 g
Carbohydrate 28.6 g 34.7 g
Dietary Fiber 10.2 g 17.5 g
Total Sugars 0 g —
Sodium 1,770 mg 10 mg
Potassium 145 mg 1,902 mg
Calcium 101 mg 204 mg
Iron 0.7 mg 12 mg
Magnesium 95 mg 216 mg
Vitamin C 1.9 mg 0 mg
Vitamin A 0 mcg 2 mcg
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 mcg
Cholesterol 0 mg 0 mg

Green highlighting marks the more favorable value where it applies (for example, more protein or less saturated fat). Neutral nutrients are not highlighted.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Bacon Bits, Meatless

  • Protein28.1%32 g
  • Fat51.2%25.9 g
  • Carbs20.7%28.6 g

Meat Extender

  • Protein56.1%41.7 g
  • Fat9%3 g
  • Carbs34.9%34.7 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has more calories, Bacon Bits, Meatless or Meat Extender?
Per 100 g: Bacon Bits, Meatless has 476 kcal, Meat Extender has 311 kcal.
Which has more protein, Bacon Bits, Meatless or Meat Extender?
Per 100 g: Bacon Bits, Meatless has 32 g of protein, Meat Extender has 41.7 g.

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Note. This information is provided for general reference only and is not medical advice or a diet prescription. If you have a medical condition or special dietary needs, consult a physician or a registered dietitian.