Hemp Seeds (hulled)
31.6gprotein / 100g553 cal · 48.8g fat · $$$ · Quality 0.63
Almonds (raw)
21.2gprotein / 100g579 cal · 49.9g fat · $$ · Quality 0.4
Hemp Seeds (hulled) is in a different weight class here, protein-wise: 31.6g per 100g vs Almonds (raw)'s 21.2g, a 10.4g difference that's more about food category than food quality.
Hemp Seeds (hulled) also carries the stronger amino acid profile (lit_estimate, complete but modest lysine), while Almonds (raw) is lit_estimate, low in lysine.
On price, Almonds (raw) wins clearly — $$ against Hemp Seeds (hulled)'s $$$.
Hemp Seeds (hulled)'s typical serving also delivers more leucine (1900mg vs Almonds (raw)'s 1450mg) — relevant if the goal is maximizing the muscle-protein-synthesis trigger per meal, not just total grams.
If raw protein density is what you're optimizing for, Hemp Seeds (hulled) wins clearly. Choose Almonds (raw) instead if its lower fat, cost, or prep time matters more to you than the extra grams.
Full nutrition comparison
| Per 100g | Hemp Seeds (hulled) | Almonds (raw) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 31.6g | 21.2g |
| Calories | 553 | 579 |
| Fat | 48.8g | 49.9g |
| Carbs | 8.7g | 21.6g |
| Fiber | 4.0g | 12.5g |
| Quality score | 0.63 | 0.4 |
| Relative cost | $$$ | $$ |
| Prep time | 0 min | 0 min |
Frequently asked
Which has more protein, hemp seeds (hulled) or almonds (raw)?
Hemp Seeds (hulled) has 31.6g of protein per 100g compared to Almonds (raw)'s 21.2g.
Which is lower in calories?
Hemp Seeds (hulled) is lower in calories per 100g, at 553 vs the other's 579.