Beetroot vs Cucumber
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Beetroot | Cucumber |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43kcal | 15kcal |
| Protein | 1.6g | 0.7g |
| Carbs | 9.6g | 3.6g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.1g |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0.5g |
| Sugar | 6.8g | 1.7g |
| Sodium | 78mg | 2mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Cucumber has 28 fewer calories per 100g than Beetroot (187% less).
- Beetroot delivers more protein (1.6g vs 0.7g per 100g).
- Beetroot has more fiber (2.8g vs 0.5g).
- Cucumber contains less fat (0.1g vs 0.2g).
- Cucumber has less sugar (1.7g 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.
View Beetroot nutrition →Cucumber
Cucumber is over 95% water and provides minimal calories, perfect for hydration-focused, high-volume eating. Despite the low calorie count, it supplies vitamin K and small amounts of magnesium and potassium. The skin contains most of the fiber.
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