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Beetroot vs Cabbage

Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).

Nutrition Comparison

Per 100gBeetrootCabbage
Calories43kcal25kcal
Protein1.6g1.3g
Carbs9.6g5.8g
Fat0.2g0.1g
Fiber2.8g2.5g
Sugar6.8g3.2g
Sodium78mg18mg

Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).

Key Takeaways

  • Cabbage has 18 fewer calories per 100g than Beetroot (72% less).
  • Beetroot delivers more protein (1.6g vs 1.3g per 100g).
  • Beetroot has more fiber (2.8g vs 2.5g).
  • Cabbage contains less fat (0.1g vs 0.2g).
  • Cabbage has less sugar (3.2g vs 6.8g).

Beetroot

Beetroot is rich in dietary nitrates, which the body converts to nitric oxide — a reason beet juice is studied for blood pressure and exercise performance. It also supplies folate, manganese and the pigment betalain.

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Cabbage

Cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable packed with vitamin C, vitamin K and glucosinolates — sulfur compounds linked to anti-inflammatory effects. Fermented as sauerkraut or kimchi it also becomes a source of probiotics.

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