Chlorella vs Spinach
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Chlorella is generally healthier
Chlorella comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (58g vs 2.7g), more fiber (5g vs 2.2g), less sugar (0g vs 0.4g), making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Spinach
23 kcal
More Protein
Chlorella
58g
More Fiber
Chlorella
5g
Less Sugar
Chlorella
0g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Chlorella
340
Spinach
23
Proteinper 100g
Chlorella
58g
Spinach
2.7g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Chlorella
9g
Spinach
4g
Fatper 100g
Chlorella
6g
Spinach
0.4g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Chlorella
Per 100g:340 calories
Per cup (150g):510 calories
Per serving (85g):289 calories
Spinach
Per 100g:23 calories
Per cup (150g):35 calories
Per serving (85g):20 calories
Diet Compatibility
Chlorella
Low-CarbHigh-ProteinVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Spinach
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Chlorella
- ✓Higher in protein (58g vs 2.7g)
- ✓More fiber (5g vs 2.2g)
- ✓Less sugar (0g vs 0.4g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Spinach
- ✓Lower in calories (23 vs 340)
- ✓Lower in carbs (4g vs 9g)
- ✓Lower sodium (79mg vs 200mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups