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How Many Calories in Lard?
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Quick reference — common serving sizes
| Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28g) | 256 kcal | 0.0g |
| 100g | 902 kcal | 0.0g |
| 1 tbsp | 117 kcal | 0.0g |
A lard contains 902 calories per 100g. A typical 1 tbsp (13g) provides about 117 calories. Lard is high in calories. Accurate tracking starts with weighing portions — a digital kitchen scale removes all the guesswork.
Lard Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving (13g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 902 kcal | 117 kcal |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| of which Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 100.0g | 13.0g |
| of which Saturates | 39.2g | 5.1g |
| Fibre | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Sodium | 0.0mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 0.0mg | 0mg |
| Calcium | 0.0mg | 0mg |
| Iron | 0.0mg | 0.0mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.0mg | 0.0mg |
| Vitamin A | 0.0µg | 0µg |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0mg | 0.0mg |
% of Daily Value (per 100g)
Based on a standard 2,000-calorie reference diet — the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK.
- High in fat (128% DV) — an excellent source
- Low in sodium (0% DV)
- High in saturated fat (196% DV) — worth weighing against your daily intake if you're watching this specifically
- Calories: 45% DV
- Protein: 0% DV
- Carbohydrates: 0% DV
- Fibre: 0% DV
- Fat: 128% DV
- Saturated fat: 196% DV
- Sodium: 0% DV
- Potassium: 0% DV
- Calcium: 0% DV
- Iron: 0% DV
- Vitamin C: 0% DV
- Vitamin A: 0% DV
- Selenium: 0% DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 0% DV
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Good to know
Check the actual serving size on packaging before comparing to the per-100g figures here — snack portions are often smaller (or larger) than 100g.
Does lard fit your diet?
Low-carb / keto
Lard contains 0.0g of carbohydrate per 100g, low enough to fit comfortably within most low-carb or ketogenic daily carb allowances — check the fat and protein split above against your specific macro targets.
Moderation note
Lard is relatively energy-dense (902 kcal/100g) with 39.2g of saturated fat per 100g — fine as part of a varied diet, worth weighing rather than eyeballing if you're watching saturated fat intake specifically.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in lard per 100g?
Lard contains 902 calories per 100g, based on USDA reference data.
Is lard high in calories?
A 1 tbsp of lard (13g) has around 117 calories — roughly 6% of a 2,000-calorie daily intake.
Is lard good for weight loss?
Lard is fairly calorie-dense at 902 calories per 100g, so portion size matters when losing weight. A 1 tbsp provides about 117 calories.
How much protein is in lard?
Lard contains 0.0g of protein per 100g.
Is lard a good source of fibre?
Lard is relatively low in fibre at 0.0g per 100g, so pairing it with fibre-rich sides (vegetables, whole grains, legumes) can help balance a meal.
How does lard compare to fat, beef tallow?
Lard has 902 calories per 100g, close to fat, beef tallow at 902 — 0 calories fewer per 100g. See the full macro breakdown above.
Is lard keto-friendly?
Lard contains 0.0g of carbohydrate per 100g, which fits comfortably within most ketogenic daily carb allowances — check it against your specific daily carb target.
How many servings of lard for 20g of protein?
Lard contains negligible protein per 100g, so it isn't a practical way to hit a protein target — pair it with a protein-rich food instead.
Foods with a similar calorie count
Other snacks closest to lard by calories per 100g:
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lard (this page) | 902 kcal | 0.0g | 0.0g | 100.0g |
| Fat, Beef Tallow | 902 kcal | 0.0g | 0.0g | 100.0g |
| Fat, Mutton Tallow | 902 kcal | 0.0g | 0.0g | 100.0g |
| Fish Oil, Cod Liver | 902 kcal | 0.0g | 0.0g | 100.0g |
| Fish Oil, Herring | 902 kcal | 0.0g | 0.0g | 100.0g |
| Fish Oil, Menhaden | 902 kcal | 0.0g | 0.0g | 100.0g |
| Fish Oil, Menhaden, Fully Hydrogenated | 902 kcal | 0.0g | 0.0g | 100.0g |
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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.