Side-by-side comparison
What does 30 g of protein look like across five foods?
The portion changes with the specific food record. Each value uses the same 30 g target and a cited USDA source.
| Food | Preparation state | Approx. portion | Approx. calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken breast | Boneless, skinless, raw | ≈135 g (≈4.7 oz) | ≈140 kcal |
| Atlantic salmon | Farm-raised, raw | ≈150 g (≈5.2 oz) | ≈290 kcal |
| Greek yogurt | Plain, whole milk | ≈340 g (≈12.1 oz) | ≈320 kcal |
| Cottage cheese | Full fat, large or small curd | ≈260 g (≈9.1 oz) | ≈265 kcal |
| Firm tofu | Firm; prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) | ≈330 g (≈11.7 oz) | ≈260 kcal |