Mushroom vs Cucumber
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Mushroom is generally healthier
Mushroom comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (3.1g vs 0.7g), more fiber (1g vs 0.5g), less sugar (0.1g vs 1.7g), making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Cucumber
16 kcal
More Protein
Mushroom
3.1g
More Fiber
Mushroom
1g
Less Sugar
Mushroom
0.1g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Mushroom
22
Cucumber
16
Proteinper 100g
Mushroom
3.1g
Cucumber
0.7g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Mushroom
3.3g
Cucumber
4g
Fatper 100g
Mushroom
0.3g
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:
Mushroom
Per 100g:22 calories
Per cup (150g):33 calories
Per serving (85g):19 calories
Cucumber
Per 100g:16 calories
Per cup (150g):24 calories
Per serving (85g):14 calories
Diet Compatibility
Mushroom
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Cucumber
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Mushroom
- ✓Higher in protein (3.1g vs 0.7g)
- ✓More fiber (1g vs 0.5g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (3.3g vs 4g)
- ✓Less sugar (0.1g vs 1.7g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Cucumber
- ✓Lower in calories (16 vs 22)
- ✓Lower sodium (2mg vs 5mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups