Spinach vs Cucumber

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 0.7g), more fiber (2.2g vs 0.5g), less sugar (0.4g vs 1.7g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Cucumber

16 kcal

More Protein

Spinach

2.7g

More Fiber

Spinach

2.2g

Less Sugar

Spinach

0.4g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Spinach
23
Cucumber
16
Proteinper 100g
Spinach
2.7g
Cucumber
0.7g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Spinach
4g
Cucumber
4g
Fatper 100g
Spinach
0.4g
Cucumber
0.1g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientSpinachCucumberDifference
Calories23kcal16kcal+7.0kcal
Protein2.7g0.7g+2.0g
Carbohydrates4g4g0.0g
Fat0.4g0.1g+0.3g
Fiber2.2g0.5g+1.7g
Sugar0.4g1.7g-1.3g
Sodium79mg2mg+77.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

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

Spinach

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

Cucumber

Per 100g:16 calories
Per cup (150g):24 calories
Per serving (85g):14 calories

Diet Compatibility

Spinach

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Cucumber

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Spinach

  • Higher in protein (2.7g vs 0.7g)
  • More fiber (2.2g vs 0.5g)
  • Lower in carbs (4g vs 4g)
  • Less sugar (0.4g vs 1.7g)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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When to Choose Cucumber

  • Lower in calories (16 vs 23)
  • Lower sodium (2mg vs 79mg)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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