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

NutrientCeleryCarrotDifference
Calories14kcal41kcal-27.0kcal
Protein0.7g0.9g-0.2g
Carbohydrates3.3g10g-6.7g
Fat0.2g0.2g0.0g
Fiber0.6g2.8g-2.2g
Sugar1.3g6g-4.7g
Sodium80mg69mg+11.0mg

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

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
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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
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