Celery vs Asparagus
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Asparagus is generally healthier
Asparagus comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (2.2g vs 0.7g), more fiber (2.1g vs 0.6g), less sodium (2mg vs 80mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Celery
14 kcal
More Protein
Asparagus
2.2g
More Fiber
Asparagus
2.1g
Less Sugar
Celery
1.3g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Celery
14
Asparagus
20
Proteinper 100g
Celery
0.7g
Asparagus
2.2g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Celery
3.3g
Asparagus
4g
Fatper 100g
Celery
0.2g
Asparagus
0.1g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Celery
Per 100g:14 calories
Per cup (150g):21 calories
Per serving (85g):12 calories
Asparagus
Per 100g:20 calories
Per cup (150g):30 calories
Per serving (85g):17 calories
Diet Compatibility
Celery
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Asparagus
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Celery
- ✓Lower in calories (14 vs 20)
- ✓Lower in carbs (3.3g vs 4g)
- ✓Less sugar (1.3g vs 1.9g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Asparagus
- ✓Higher in protein (2.2g vs 0.7g)
- ✓More fiber (2.1g vs 0.6g)
- ✓Lower sodium (2mg vs 80mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups