Watermelon vs Strawberry

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Strawberry is generally healthier

Strawberry comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (0.8g vs 0.6g), more fiber (2g vs 0.4g), less sugar (4.9g vs 7g), less sodium (2mg vs 28mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Watermelon

30 kcal

More Protein

Strawberry

0.8g

More Fiber

Strawberry

2g

Less Sugar

Strawberry

4.9g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Watermelon
30
Strawberry
32
Proteinper 100g
Watermelon
0.6g
Strawberry
0.8g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Watermelon
8g
Strawberry
8g
Fatper 100g
Watermelon
0.2g
Strawberry
0.3g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientWatermelonStrawberryDifference
Calories30kcal32kcal-2.0kcal
Protein0.6g0.8g-0.2g
Carbohydrates8g8g0.0g
Fat0.2g0.3g-0.1g
Fiber0.4g2g-1.6g
Sugar7g4.9g+2.1g
Sodium28mg2mg+26.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

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

Watermelon

Per 100g:30 calories
Per cup (150g):45 calories
Per serving (85g):26 calories

Strawberry

Per 100g:32 calories
Per cup (150g):48 calories
Per serving (85g):27 calories

Diet Compatibility

Watermelon

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

Strawberry

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Watermelon

  • Lower in calories (30 vs 32)
  • Lower in carbs (8g vs 8g)

Common Uses

Fresh snacksSmoothiesDessertsBreakfast bowls
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When to Choose Strawberry

  • Higher in protein (0.8g vs 0.6g)
  • More fiber (2g vs 0.4g)
  • Less sugar (4.9g vs 7g)
  • Lower sodium (2mg vs 28mg)

Common Uses

Fresh snacksSmoothiesDessertsBreakfast bowls
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