Tempeh
Serving Size 1 cup
Nutritional Value and Analysis
Tempeh with a serving size of 1 cup has a total of 318.72 calories with 17.93 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 166 grams of food and contains 161.37 calories from fat. This item is classified as legumes and legume products foods.
This food is a good source of protein, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, manganese, riboflavin, tryptophan, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, phenylalanine, tyrosine, valine and histidine . Tempeh is a high fat food because 50.63% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.
Protein 66% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 66% of the recommended daily needs of protein.
Magnesium 32% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 32% of the recommended daily needs of magnesium.
Phosphorus 35% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 35% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.
Copper 103% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 103% of the recommended daily needs of copper.
Manganese 94% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 94% of the recommended daily needs of manganese.
Riboflavin 45% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 45% of the recommended daily needs of riboflavin.
Tryptophan 97% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 97% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.
Threonine 102% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 102% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.
Isoleucine 118% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 118% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.
Leucine 85% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 85% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.
Lysine 61% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 61% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.
Phenylalanine 69% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 69% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.
Tyrosine 46% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 46% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.
Valine 98% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 98% of the recommended daily needs of valine.
Histidine 85% of DV
A serving of 166 grams of tempeh has 85% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (166 g)
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 318.72 | Calories from Fat 161 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 17.9g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat 4.2g | 21% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 14.9mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.7g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% | |
| Sugars 0g | ||
| Protein 34g | ||
| Vitamin A 0% | Vitamin C 0% |
| Calcium 14% | Iron 25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 IU | 0% | |
| → Vitamin A, RAE | 0 µg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.13 µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.36 mg | 21% | |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 0% |
Vitamins are organic compounds required by your body to grow and develop normally. A balanced diet with a variety of foods is the best way to get the 13 different vitamins that your body requires.
Carbohydrates
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 12.68 g | 4% |
Carbohydrates, also known as carbs, saccharides, sugars or starches are the most abundant food source and a key form of energy for your body. Once ingested your body transforms carbohydrates into glucose which is used by your body as an energy source for your cells, tissues and organs.
Fats & Fatty Acids
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fat | 17.93 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fats | 4.21 g | 21% | |
| → Caprylic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Capric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Lauric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Myristic Acid | 0.04 g | - | |
| → Palmitic Acid | 2.81 g | - | |
| → Stearic Acid | 1.12 g | - | |
| → Arachidic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Behenic Acid | 0.19 g | - | |
| → Lignoceric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Monounsaturated Fats | 5.32 g | - | |
| → Myristoleic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Palmitoleic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Heptadecenoic Acid | 0.06 g | - | |
| → Oleic Acid | 5.15 g | - | |
| → Gadoleic Acid | 0.07 g | - | |
| → Erucic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Polyunsaturated Fats | 7.14 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:2) | 6.73 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 0.41 g | - | |
| → Eicosadienoic Acid (20:3) | 0 g | - | |
| → Arachidonic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Trans Fats | 0 g | 0% |
Fat is important in your diet because it gives you energy and helps your body absorb vitamins. Fat is stored in your body in the form of fatty acids. Fatty acids are classified in three different types or families: saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated.
Proteins & Amino Acids
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33.68 g | 66% | |
| → Alanine | 1.59 g | - | |
| → Arginine | 2.08 g | - | |
| → Aspartic acid | 3.31 g | - | |
| → Cystine | 0.32 g | - | |
| → Glutamic acid | 5.46 g | - | |
| → Glycine | 1.25 g | - | |
| → Histidine | 0.77 g | 85% | |
| → Isoleucine | 1.46 g | 118% | |
| → Leucine | 2.37 g | 85% | |
| → Lysine | 1.51 g | 61% | |
| → Methionine | 0.29 g | 23% | |
| → Phenylalanine | 1.48 g | 69% | |
| → Proline | 1.71 g | - | |
| → Serine | 1.69 g | - | |
| → Threonine | 1.32 g | 102% | |
| → Tryptophan | 0.32 g | 97% | |
| → Tyrosine | 1.1 g | 46% | |
| → Valine | 1.53 g | 98% |
Proteins are present in every cell of your body and are crucial to build and maintain your bones, muscles and skin. Sources of proteins include meat, dairy products, nuts, beans and some grains. It is important to eat foods with the appropriate amount of dietary protein every day because your body does not store protein in the same way fats and carbohydrates are stored.
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 184.26 mg | 14% | |
| Copper | 0.93 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 4.48 mg | 25% | |
| Magnesium | 134.46 mg | 32% | |
| Manganese | 2.16 mg | 94% | |
| Phosphorus | 441.56 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 683.92 mg | 15% | |
| Selenium | 0 µg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14.94 mg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 1.89 mg | 17% |
Minerals are chemical elements required by your body to grow and stay healthy. There are two kinds of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals. Macrominerals are needed by your body needs in larger amounts, while trace minerals are needed by your body in small amounts.
Sterols
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
Cholesterol is a fat like chemical compound that your body requires to build cell membranes and to produce vitamin D and hormones like estrogen and testosterone. Although your body makes all the cholesterol it needs, this nutrient is commonly found in foods like meat, eggs and cheese.
Miscellaneous
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash | 2.69 g | - | |
| Water | 99.02 g | - |
Calories Burn off Time
How long would it take to burn off Tempeh with 318.72calories? A brisk walk for 69 minutes, jogging for 33 minutes, or hiking for 53 minutes will help your burn off the calories in tempeh.
Burn off time varies based on your weight, physical activity and exercise intensity. The following physical activity table contains an estimated burn off time for a person weighting 154 lbs.
| Physical Activity | Burn Off Time |
|---|---|
| Bicycling - 10 mph or less | 66 minutes |
| Dancing | 58 minutes |
| Golfing | 58 minutes |
| Hiking | 53 minutes |
| Light Gardening | 58 minutes |
| Stretching | 106 minutes |
| Walking - 3.5 mph | 69 minutes |
| Weight Training - light workout | 89 minutes |
| Aerobics | 40 minutes |
| Basketball | 44 minutes |
| Bicycling - 10 mph or more | 33 minutes |
| Running - 5 mph | 33 minutes |
| Swimming | 38 minutes |
| Walking - 4.5 mph | 42 minutes |
| Weight Training - vigorous workout | 44 minutes |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miso | 198 | 6.01g | 12.79g | 25.37g |
| Natto | 211 | 11g | 19.4g | 12.68g |
| Soy Flour, Defatted | 327 | 1.22g | 51.46g | 33.92g |
| Soy Flour, Full-fat, Raw | 434 | 20.65g | 37.81g | 31.92g |
| Soy Flour, Full-fat, Roasted | 439 | 21.86g | 38.09g | 30.38g |
| Soy Flour, Low-fat | 372 | 8.9g | 49.81g | 30.63g |
| Soy Meal, Defatted, Raw | 337 | 2.39g | 49.2g | 35.89g |
| Soybeans, Mature Seeds, Dry Roasted | 449 | 21.62g | 43.32g | 28.98g |
| Soybeans, Mature Seeds, Roasted, Salted | 469 | 25.4g | 38.55g | 30.22g |
Footnotes
Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie reference diet. Factors like age, gender and level of physical activity may affect your daily required values.
Nutrition data based on the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 28.
The editorial opinions regarding food value or quality in this website are given without warranty, and are not intended to replace medical advice or a nutritionist guidance.
Dietary Recommendations
A healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level could help achieve and maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Healthy eating habits include the following:
- Vegetables from all subgroups, including dark, green, red and orange vegetables and also beans and peas
- A variety of whole fruits
- Grains with at least half of which are whole grains
- Low or fat free dairy products, including milk, yogurt, cheese and/or fortified soy beverages
- Protein foods, including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs and nuts
- Oils with limited amounts of saturated fats and trans fats, added sugars, and sodium