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

NutrientKaleCucumberDifference
Calories49kcal16kcal+33.0kcal
Protein2.2g0.7g+1.5g
Carbohydrates9g4g+5.0g
Fat0.9g0.1g+0.8g
Fiber1.3g0.5g+0.8g
Sugar0g1.7g-1.7g
Sodium28mg2mg+26.0mg

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
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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
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