Carrot vs Broccoli
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Broccoli is generally healthier
Broccoli comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (34 vs 41), more protein (2.8g vs 0.9g), less sugar (1.4g vs 6g), less sodium (64mg vs 69mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Broccoli
34 kcal
More Protein
Broccoli
2.8g
More Fiber
Carrot
2.8g
Less Sugar
Broccoli
1.4g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Carrot
41
Broccoli
34
Proteinper 100g
Carrot
0.9g
Broccoli
2.8g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Carrot
10g
Broccoli
7g
Fatper 100g
Carrot
0.2g
Broccoli
0.4g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Carrot
Per 100g:41 calories
Per cup (150g):62 calories
Per serving (85g):35 calories
Broccoli
Per 100g:34 calories
Per cup (150g):51 calories
Per serving (85g):29 calories
Diet Compatibility
Carrot
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Broccoli
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Carrot
- ✓More fiber (2.8g vs 2.4g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Broccoli
- ✓Lower in calories (34 vs 41)
- ✓Higher in protein (2.8g vs 0.9g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (7g vs 10g)
- ✓Less sugar (1.4g vs 6g)
- ✓Lower sodium (64mg vs 69mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups