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

NutrientMushroomCucumberDifference
Calories22kcal16kcal+6.0kcal
Protein3.1g0.7g+2.4g
Carbohydrates3.3g4g-0.7g
Fat0.3g0.1g+0.2g
Fiber1g0.5g+0.5g
Sugar0.1g1.7g-1.6g
Sodium5mg2mg+3.0mg

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

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
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When to Choose Cucumber

  • Lower in calories (16 vs 22)
  • Lower sodium (2mg vs 5mg)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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