Spirulina vs Tomato

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Spirulina is generally healthier

Spirulina comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (57g vs 0.9g), more fiber (3.6g vs 1.2g), less sugar (2g vs 2.6g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Tomato

18 kcal

More Protein

Spirulina

57g

More Fiber

Spirulina

3.6g

Less Sugar

Spirulina

2g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Spirulina
290
Tomato
18
Proteinper 100g
Spirulina
57g
Tomato
0.9g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Spirulina
24g
Tomato
4g
Fatper 100g
Spirulina
7g
Tomato
0.2g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientSpirulinaTomatoDifference
Calories290kcal18kcal+272.0kcal
Protein57g0.9g+56.1g
Carbohydrates24g4g+20.0g
Fat7g0.2g+6.8g
Fiber3.6g1.2g+2.4g
Sugar2g2.6g-0.6g
Sodium1048mg5mg+1043.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

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

Spirulina

Per 100g:290 calories
Per cup (150g):435 calories
Per serving (85g):247 calories

Tomato

Per 100g:18 calories
Per cup (150g):27 calories
Per serving (85g):15 calories

Diet Compatibility

Spirulina

High-ProteinVeganVegetarianPaleo

Tomato

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Spirulina

  • Higher in protein (57g vs 0.9g)
  • More fiber (3.6g vs 1.2g)
  • Less sugar (2g vs 2.6g)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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When to Choose Tomato

  • Lower in calories (18 vs 290)
  • Lower in carbs (4g vs 24g)
  • Lower sodium (5mg vs 1048mg)

Common Uses

SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
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