Lettuce vs Spinach

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Spinach is generally healthier

Spinach comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (2.7g vs 1.2g), more fiber (2.2g vs 1.3g), less sugar (0.4g vs 0.6g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Lettuce

15 kcal

More Protein

Spinach

2.7g

More Fiber

Spinach

2.2g

Less Sugar

Spinach

0.4g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Lettuce
15
Spinach
23
Proteinper 100g
Lettuce
1.2g
Spinach
2.7g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Lettuce
3g
Spinach
4g
Fatper 100g
Lettuce
0.2g
Spinach
0.4g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientLettuceSpinachDifference
Calories15kcal23kcal-8.0kcal
Protein1.2g2.7g-1.5g
Carbohydrates3g4g-1.0g
Fat0.2g0.4g-0.2g
Fiber1.3g2.2g-0.9g
Sugar0.6g0.4g+0.2g
Sodium5mg79mg-74.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Lettuce

Per 100g:15 calories
Per cup (150g):23 calories
Per serving (85g):13 calories

Spinach

Per 100g:23 calories
Per cup (150g):35 calories
Per serving (85g):20 calories

Diet Compatibility

Lettuce

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Spinach

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Lettuce

  • Lower in calories (15 vs 23)
  • Lower in carbs (3g vs 4g)
  • Lower sodium (5mg vs 79mg)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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When to Choose Spinach

  • Higher in protein (2.7g vs 1.2g)
  • More fiber (2.2g vs 1.3g)
  • Less sugar (0.4g vs 0.6g)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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