Kale vs Cucumber
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Kale is generally healthier
Kale comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (2.2g vs 0.7g), more fiber (1.3g vs 0.5g), less sugar (0g vs 1.7g), making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Cucumber
16 kcal
More Protein
Kale
2.2g
More Fiber
Kale
1.3g
Less Sugar
Kale
0g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Kale
49
Cucumber
16
Proteinper 100g
Kale
2.2g
Cucumber
0.7g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Kale
9g
Cucumber
4g
Fatper 100g
Kale
0.9g
Cucumber
0.1g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Kale
Per 100g:49 calories
Per cup (150g):74 calories
Per serving (85g):42 calories
Cucumber
Per 100g:16 calories
Per cup (150g):24 calories
Per serving (85g):14 calories
Diet Compatibility
Kale
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Cucumber
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Kale
- ✓Higher in protein (2.2g vs 0.7g)
- ✓More fiber (1.3g vs 0.5g)
- ✓Less sugar (0g vs 1.7g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Cucumber
- ✓Lower in calories (16 vs 49)
- ✓Lower in carbs (4g vs 9g)
- ✓Lower sodium (2mg vs 28mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups