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

NutrientChlorellaSpinachDifference
Calories340kcal23kcal+317.0kcal
Protein58g2.7g+55.3g
Carbohydrates9g4g+5.0g
Fat6g0.4g+5.6g
Fiber5g2.2g+2.8g
Sugar0g0.4g-0.4g
Sodium200mg79mg+121.0mg

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
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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
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