Cauliflower vs Broccoli
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Cauliflower is generally healthier
Cauliflower comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (25 vs 34), more fiber (2.4g vs 2.4g), less sugar (1g vs 1.4g), less sodium (49mg vs 64mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Cauliflower
25 kcal
More Protein
Broccoli
2.8g
More Fiber
Cauliflower
2.4g
Less Sugar
Cauliflower
1g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Cauliflower
25
Broccoli
34
Proteinper 100g
Cauliflower
1.9g
Broccoli
2.8g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Cauliflower
5g
Broccoli
7g
Fatper 100g
Cauliflower
0.3g
Broccoli
0.4g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Cauliflower | Broccoli | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25kcal✓ | 34kcal | -9.0kcal |
| Protein | 1.9g | 2.8g✓ | -0.9g |
| Carbohydrates | 5g✓ | 7g | -2.0g |
| Fat | 0.3g✓ | 0.4g | -0.1g |
| Fiber | 2.4g | 2.4g | 0.0g |
| Sugar | 1g✓ | 1.4g | -0.4g |
| Sodium | 49mg✓ | 64mg | -15.0mg |
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Cauliflower
Per 100g:25 calories
Per cup (150g):38 calories
Per serving (85g):21 calories
Broccoli
Per 100g:34 calories
Per cup (150g):51 calories
Per serving (85g):29 calories
Diet Compatibility
Cauliflower
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Broccoli
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Cauliflower
- ✓Lower in calories (25 vs 34)
- ✓More fiber (2.4g vs 2.4g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (5g vs 7g)
- ✓Less sugar (1g vs 1.4g)
- ✓Lower sodium (49mg vs 64mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Broccoli
- ✓Higher in protein (2.8g vs 1.9g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups