Meat

How much protein is in pork loin?

One chop of pork loin (150 g) has about 41 g of protein. Per 100 g, that is 27 g.

Pork loin is one of the leanest cuts of pork and has as much protein as beef steak.

Pork loin

41 gprotein per chop

Protein in pork loin by portion

PortionProtein
chop (150 g)41 g
100 g27 g

Typical values, cooked weight. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.

How pork loin compares

Pork loin ranks #10 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:

How much pork loin to hit your target

111 gof pork loin gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
32%of a 126 g daily target in one chop of pork loin
21%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g

126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.

Questions about protein in pork loin

How much protein is in one chop of pork loin?

One chop of pork loin (150 g) has about 41 g of protein. Per 100 g, pork loin has 27 g.

Is pork loin high in protein?

Yes. With 27 g of protein per 100 g, pork loin is one of the more protein-dense foods, ranking #10 of the 44 foods in our list.

How much pork loin do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 111 g, or about half a chop, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.

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