Celery vs Broccoli

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Broccoli is generally healthier

Broccoli comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (2.8g vs 0.7g), more fiber (2.4g vs 0.6g), less sodium (64mg vs 80mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Celery

14 kcal

More Protein

Broccoli

2.8g

More Fiber

Broccoli

2.4g

Less Sugar

Celery

1.3g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Celery
14
Broccoli
34
Proteinper 100g
Celery
0.7g
Broccoli
2.8g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Celery
3.3g
Broccoli
7g
Fatper 100g
Celery
0.2g
Broccoli
0.4g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientCeleryBroccoliDifference
Calories14kcal34kcal-20.0kcal
Protein0.7g2.8g-2.1g
Carbohydrates3.3g7g-3.7g
Fat0.2g0.4g-0.2g
Fiber0.6g2.4g-1.8g
Sugar1.3g1.4g-0.1g
Sodium80mg64mg+16.0mg

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

Broccoli

Per 100g:34 calories
Per cup (150g):51 calories
Per serving (85g):29 calories

Diet Compatibility

Celery

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Broccoli

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Celery

  • Lower in calories (14 vs 34)
  • Lower in carbs (3.3g vs 7g)
  • Less sugar (1.3g vs 1.4g)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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When to Choose Broccoli

  • Higher in protein (2.8g vs 0.7g)
  • More fiber (2.4g vs 0.6g)
  • Lower sodium (64mg vs 80mg)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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