Celery vs Carrot
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Carrot is generally healthier
Carrot comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (0.9g vs 0.7g), more fiber (2.8g vs 0.6g), less sodium (69mg vs 80mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Celery
14 kcal
More Protein
Carrot
0.9g
More Fiber
Carrot
2.8g
Less Sugar
Celery
1.3g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Celery
14
Carrot
41
Proteinper 100g
Celery
0.7g
Carrot
0.9g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Celery
3.3g
Carrot
10g
Fatper 100g
Celery
0.2g
Carrot
0.2g
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
Carrot
Per 100g:41 calories
Per cup (150g):62 calories
Per serving (85g):35 calories
Diet Compatibility
Celery
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Carrot
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Celery
- ✓Lower in calories (14 vs 41)
- ✓Lower in carbs (3.3g vs 10g)
- ✓Less sugar (1.3g vs 6g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Carrot
- ✓Higher in protein (0.9g vs 0.7g)
- ✓More fiber (2.8g vs 0.6g)
- ✓Lower sodium (69mg vs 80mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups