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Pork Chop (Loin) — BroiledB
Proteins · #14 of 34

Pork Chop (Loin)

Broiled · Pork & Lamb

64/100B tier
Calories197
Protein27.7g
Fiber0g
Sodium62mg
Sugar—g

Graded B — 64 out of 100, #14 of 34 proteins. Protein quality (DIAAS) carries the score (96/100); omega-3 drags it down (2/100).

The short version: Tenderloin's fattier sibling.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition Facts

per 100g
Calories197
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.2g12%
Saturated Fat 3.3g16%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 62mg3%
Dietary Fiber 0g
Protein 27.7g55%
Selenium 36mcg65%
Niacin 9mg56%
Vitamin B6 0.8mg47%
* % Daily Values use FDA label references (2,000-calorie diet). Micronutrient %DV uses the same reference values as our scoring. Values: USDA SR Legacy or the manufacturer/chain’s published label.

Why it scored 64

Protein quality (DIAAS) ×2096
Clean label ×1587
Micronutrients ×3057
Protein ×2556
Omega-3 ×102

Each factor is scored 0–100, then combined with the weights shown. Read the full methodology.

Where it ranks

#14 of 34 in Proteins. Why per-100-calorie scoring changes everything →

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Questions people ask

Is Pork Chop (Loin) healthy?

It grades B — 64 out of 100, #14 of 34 proteins in our system. Tenderloin's fattier sibling.

How many calories are in Pork Chop (Loin)?

197 calories per 100g. For context, that is scored per 100 calories here, which is why energy-dense foods can grade lower than you’d expect.

How is the nutrition score for Pork Chop (Loin) calculated?

Each factor (protein, fiber, micronutrients, and others depending on the category) is scored 0–100 against a fixed benchmark, then combined with published weights. See the score breakdown above or read the full methodology.

A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.