Broccoli vs Cauliflower
Per 100 g, broccoli has 31 kcal, 2.6 g protein, 6.3 g carbohydrate and 0.3 g fat; cauliflower has 28 kcal, 1.6 g protein, 4.7 g carbohydrate and 0.2 g fat. Broccoli has 31 kcal per 100 g, 12% more than cauliflower at 28 kcal.
Per 100 g, side by side
| Nutrient | Broccoli | Cauliflower | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal | 28 kcal | +3 kcal |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 1.6 g | +1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 4.7 g | +1.6 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.2 g | +0.1 g |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 1.9 g | +0.5 g |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 20 mg | +16 mg |
Difference is Broccoli minus Cauliflower. Full names: Broccoli, raw · Cauliflower, raw.
Per serving
| Food · serving | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broccoli · 1 cup chopped, 76 g | 24 | 2 g | 4.8 g | 0.2 g |
| Cauliflower · 100 g | 28 | 1.6 g | 4.7 g | 0.2 g |
Where the calories come from
Broccoli · 27% protein · 66% carbohydrate · 7% fat
Cauliflower · 24% protein · 69% carbohydrate · 7% fat
The differences, in numbers
- Broccoli has 31 kcal per 100 g, 12% more than cauliflower at 28 kcal.
- Broccoli has 63% more protein per 100 g than cauliflower (2.6 g vs 1.6 g). Per calorie, broccoli gives 8.4 g of protein per 100 kcal and cauliflower gives 5.8 g.
- Broccoli has 34% more carbohydrate per 100 g than cauliflower (6.3 g vs 4.7 g).
- Broccoli has 50% more fat per 100 g than cauliflower (0.3 g vs 0.2 g).
- Broccoli has 26% more fiber per 100 g than cauliflower (2.4 g vs 1.9 g).
One serving of each on the day view
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Frequently asked questions
Which has more calories, broccoli or cauliflower?
Broccoli has 31 kcal per 100 g, 12% more than cauliflower at 28 kcal.
Which has more protein, broccoli or cauliflower?
Broccoli has 63% more protein per 100 g than cauliflower (2.6 g vs 1.6 g). Per calorie, broccoli gives 8.4 g of protein per 100 kcal and cauliflower gives 5.8 g.
What are the macros of broccoli vs cauliflower?
Broccoli: 27% protein, 66% carbohydrate, 7% fat by energy. Cauliflower: 24% protein, 69% carbohydrate, 7% fat.
Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC IDs 747447 (Vegetables) and 2685573 (Vegetables), as indexed by Kaunto. Per-serving figures are scaled from the 100 g values and rounded. More on how food databases work.