Calorie comparison
Beets vs Broccoli
Per 100 grams, broccoli is the lighter choice by 9 calories, while broccoli delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Beets | Broccoli |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 | 34 |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 2.8 g |
| Carbs | 10 g | 7 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.4 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
Beets
1 cup (136 g)
58 cal
2.2 g protein · 13.6 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
🥦 Broccoli
1 cup chopped (91 g)
31 cal
2.5 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 0.4 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, beets or broccoli?
Per 100 g, beets has 43 calories and broccoli has 34. Broccoli is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, beets or broccoli?
Beets has 1.6 g of protein per 100 g; broccoli has 2.8 g. Broccoli wins on protein.
Is beets or broccoli better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward broccoli — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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