Mushroom vs Carrot

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Mushroom is generally healthier

Mushroom comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (22 vs 41), more protein (3.1g vs 0.9g), less sugar (0.1g vs 6g), less sodium (5mg vs 69mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Mushroom

22 kcal

More Protein

Mushroom

3.1g

More Fiber

Carrot

2.8g

Less Sugar

Mushroom

0.1g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Mushroom
22
Carrot
41
Proteinper 100g
Mushroom
3.1g
Carrot
0.9g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Mushroom
3.3g
Carrot
10g
Fatper 100g
Mushroom
0.3g
Carrot
0.2g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientMushroomCarrotDifference
Calories22kcal41kcal-19.0kcal
Protein3.1g0.9g+2.2g
Carbohydrates3.3g10g-6.7g
Fat0.3g0.2g+0.1g
Fiber1g2.8g-1.8g
Sugar0.1g6g-5.9g
Sodium5mg69mg-64.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

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

Mushroom

Per 100g:22 calories
Per cup (150g):33 calories
Per serving (85g):19 calories

Carrot

Per 100g:41 calories
Per cup (150g):62 calories
Per serving (85g):35 calories

Diet Compatibility

Mushroom

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Carrot

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Mushroom

  • Lower in calories (22 vs 41)
  • Higher in protein (3.1g vs 0.9g)
  • Lower in carbs (3.3g vs 10g)
  • Less sugar (0.1g vs 6g)
  • Lower sodium (5mg vs 69mg)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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When to Choose Carrot

  • More fiber (2.8g vs 1g)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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