Carrot vs Pumpkin
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Carrot | Pumpkin |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 41kcal | 26kcal |
| Protein | 0.9g | 1g |
| Carbs | 9.6g | 6.5g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.1g |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0.5g |
| Sugar | 4.7g | 2.8g |
| Sodium | 69mg | 1mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Pumpkin has 15 fewer calories per 100g than Carrot (58% less).
- Pumpkin delivers more protein (1g vs 0.9g per 100g).
- Carrot has more fiber (2.8g vs 0.5g).
- Pumpkin contains less fat (0.1g vs 0.2g).
- Pumpkin has less sugar (2.8g vs 4.7g).
Carrot
Carrots are the leading dietary source of beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, essential for vision, immune function, and skin health. They contain falcarinol, a compound investigated for its anti-inflammatory effects. Cooking with a little fat improves absorption of fat-soluble carotenoids.
View Carrot nutrition →Pumpkin
Pumpkin is very low in calories and exceptionally high in beta-carotene, the orange pigment the body converts to vitamin A. It also provides potassium and a small amount of fiber.
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