Protein Bang-for-Buck
Rank groceries by grams of protein per $1 and per 100 calories.
Find out which groceries give you the most grams of protein per $1.00 and per 100 calories. Test a custom store package or compare 12 staple protein foods.
How this is calculated
Methodology & sources
- Nutrient profiling & protein cost-efficiency per 100 kcal and per $1 USD: Drewnowski A — American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2010)
- Macronutrient reference values per 100g: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy)
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⚖️ Practical toolkit tip — Flat Digital Kitchen Food Scale (1g / 0.05 oz precision, ~$12)
Why it helps: Using the "Tare / Zero" button on your plate lets you weigh peanut butter, oils, or cooked chicken in 5 seconds without dirtying measuring cups.
Pro tip: Use a digital scale for 2 weeks to calibrate your eye, then switch to our Hand Portion Sizer whenever you eat out.