Calories in Tempeh
Per 100 g
Tempeh has 192 calories per 100 g. That is about 10% of a 2,000-calorie day. The same serving provides 20.3 g of protein, 7.6 g of carbohydrate, 10.8 g of fat and 4.5 g of fibre. Per 100 g, that works out at 192 calories and 20.3 g of protein. Against the thresholds EU food labelling uses, it qualifies as high in protein and a source of fibre. Fermented, so it carries more protein and fibre than tofu for a similar calorie cost.
Calories and macros
| Per 100 g | Serving | Per 100 g | % of daily intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 kcal | 192 kcal | 10% |
| Protein | 20.3 g | 20.3 g | 41% |
| Carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fat | 10.8 g | 10.8 g | 15% |
| Fibre | 4.5 g | 4.5 g | 15% |
Daily intake percentages use the EU reference intakes an average adult label is based on: 2,000 kcal, 50 g protein, 260 g carbohydrate, 70 g fat, 30 g fibre.
What this is good for
These are the nutrition claims this food would qualify for under EU labelling rules — thresholds, not opinions.
Worth knowing
Figures are for a typical example and will vary by brand, ripeness and how it was cooked. For a target of your own, run the calorie calculator or take the short quiz. To log this without doing the arithmetic, Joules is free.
Figures last reviewed 29 August 2026.
Common questions about tempeh
How many calories are in tempeh?
Tempeh has 192 calories per 100 g, which is about 10% of a 2,000-calorie day.
How many calories are in 100 g of tempeh?
100 g of tempeh contains 192 calories.
How much protein is in tempeh?
One serving of 100 g provides 20.3 g of protein — 20.3 g per 100 g, or 41% of the 50 g daily reference intake.
How many carbs are in tempeh?
One serving of 100 g contains 7.6 g of carbohydrate, of which 4.5 g is fibre.
What is tempeh a good source of?
Measured against EU food labelling thresholds, tempeh qualifies as high in protein and a source of fibre. At least 20% of its calories come from protein. 3 g or more of fibre per 100 g.