Cucumber vs Carrot
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Cucumber is generally healthier
Cucumber comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (16 vs 41), less sugar (1.7g vs 6g), less sodium (2mg vs 69mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Cucumber
16 kcal
More Protein
Carrot
0.9g
More Fiber
Carrot
2.8g
Less Sugar
Cucumber
1.7g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Cucumber
16
Carrot
41
Proteinper 100g
Cucumber
0.7g
Carrot
0.9g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Cucumber
4g
Carrot
10g
Fatper 100g
Cucumber
0.1g
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:
Cucumber
Per 100g:16 calories
Per cup (150g):24 calories
Per serving (85g):14 calories
Carrot
Per 100g:41 calories
Per cup (150g):62 calories
Per serving (85g):35 calories
Diet Compatibility
Cucumber
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Carrot
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Cucumber
- ✓Lower in calories (16 vs 41)
- ✓Lower in carbs (4g vs 10g)
- ✓Less sugar (1.7g vs 6g)
- ✓Lower sodium (2mg vs 69mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Carrot
- ✓Higher in protein (0.9g vs 0.7g)
- ✓More fiber (2.8g vs 0.5g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups