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Parmesan for Muscle Gain
35g protein per 100g · Complete
Strong pick
Building muscle takes a consistent protein surplus alongside hard training. Aim for 1.6–2.2g per kg of bodyweight, spread across 3–5 meals.
The numbers
Per 100g
35g
420 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~126g
protein per day
Per 2 tbsp grated
5g
63 kcal per serving
Servings/day to hit target
26×
~1638 kcal from this food
Why it works for muscle gain
For muscle gain, look for high grams per 100g, complete amino acid profile, and fast or moderate digestion. Parmesan checks those boxes — very dense — use as a topping.
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