Carrot vs Lettuce

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Lettuce is generally healthier

Lettuce comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (15 vs 41), more protein (1.2g vs 0.9g), less sugar (0.6g vs 6g), less sodium (5mg vs 69mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Lettuce

15 kcal

More Protein

Lettuce

1.2g

More Fiber

Carrot

2.8g

Less Sugar

Lettuce

0.6g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Carrot
41
Lettuce
15
Proteinper 100g
Carrot
0.9g
Lettuce
1.2g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Carrot
10g
Lettuce
3g
Fatper 100g
Carrot
0.2g
Lettuce
0.2g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientCarrotLettuceDifference
Calories41kcal15kcal+26.0kcal
Protein0.9g1.2g-0.3g
Carbohydrates10g3g+7.0g
Fat0.2g0.2g0.0g
Fiber2.8g1.3g+1.5g
Sugar6g0.6g+5.4g
Sodium69mg5mg+64.0mg

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

Lettuce

Per 100g:15 calories
Per cup (150g):23 calories
Per serving (85g):13 calories

Diet Compatibility

Carrot

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Lettuce

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Carrot

  • More fiber (2.8g vs 1.3g)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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When to Choose Lettuce

  • Lower in calories (15 vs 41)
  • Higher in protein (1.2g vs 0.9g)
  • Lower in carbs (3g vs 10g)
  • Less sugar (0.6g vs 6g)
  • Lower sodium (5mg vs 69mg)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
View full Lettuce nutrition →