Sarson ka saag vs veg kolhapuri: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick sarson ka saag; for muscle gain sarson ka saag does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Sarson ka saag | Veg kolhapuri |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 katori · 150 g | 1 katori · 150 g |
| Calories | 164 kcal | 179 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g | 3 g |
| Carbs | 15 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 8 g | 12 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 4.2 g | 1.8 g |
| Calories from fat | 46% | 59% |
What the numbers say
- Veg kolhapuri has 15 kcal more a serving than sarson ka saag. One serving of veg kolhapuri has the calories of about 1.1 servings of sarson ka saag.
- Sarson ka saag has more protein: 7 g vs 3 g.
- For protein per calorie, sarson ka saag wins with 4.2 g per 100 kcal.
- They suit different diets: sarson ka saag is vegetarian and veg kolhapuri is vegan.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Sarson ka saag, because it gives more protein for each calorie, which keeps you full and protects muscle.
- Building muscle: Sarson ka saag, because it brings more protein a serving.
- Either way: the cooking fat moves both numbers most. Halving the oil or ghee is the easiest cut.