Zucchini vs Tomato
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Tomato is generally healthier
Tomato comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (18 vs 21), more fiber (1.2g vs 1g), less sodium (5mg vs 10mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Tomato
18 kcal
More Protein
Zucchini
1.5g
More Fiber
Tomato
1.2g
Less Sugar
Zucchini
1.2g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Zucchini
21
Tomato
18
Proteinper 100g
Zucchini
1.5g
Tomato
0.9g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Zucchini
4g
Tomato
4g
Fatper 100g
Zucchini
0.4g
Tomato
0.2g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Zucchini
Per 100g:21 calories
Per cup (150g):32 calories
Per serving (85g):18 calories
Tomato
Per 100g:18 calories
Per cup (150g):27 calories
Per serving (85g):15 calories
Diet Compatibility
Zucchini
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
Tomato
Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Zucchini
- ✓Higher in protein (1.5g vs 0.9g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (4g vs 4g)
- ✓Less sugar (1.2g vs 2.6g)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups
When to Choose Tomato
- ✓Lower in calories (18 vs 21)
- ✓More fiber (1.2g vs 1g)
- ✓Lower sodium (5mg vs 10mg)
Common Uses
SaladsStir-friesRoasted sidesSoups