Broccoli vs Lettuce
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Lettuce is generally healthier
Lettuce comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (15 vs 34), less sugar (0.6g vs 1.4g), less sodium (5mg vs 64mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Lettuce
15 kcal
More Protein
Broccoli
2.8g
More Fiber
Broccoli
2.4g
Less Sugar
Lettuce
0.6g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Broccoli
34
Lettuce
15
Proteinper 100g
Broccoli
2.8g
Lettuce
1.2g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Broccoli
7g
Lettuce
3g
Fatper 100g
Broccoli
0.4g
Lettuce
0.2g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Broccoli
Per 100g:34 calories
Per cup (150g):51 calories
Per serving (85g):29 calories
Lettuce
Per 100g:15 calories
Per cup (150g):23 calories
Per serving (85g):13 calories
Diet Compatibility
Broccoli
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Lettuce
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Broccoli
- ✓Higher in protein (2.8g vs 1.2g)
- ✓More fiber (2.4g vs 1.3g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Lettuce
- ✓Lower in calories (15 vs 34)
- ✓Lower in carbs (3g vs 7g)
- ✓Less sugar (0.6g vs 1.4g)
- ✓Lower sodium (5mg vs 64mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups