Side-by-Side Comparison

Spinach (Raw) vs Broccoli (Raw)

Factual nutritional comparison based on verified food composition records.

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Crisp fresh dark green spinach leaves arranged on clean studio surface
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Spinach (Raw)

23Calories
2.9Protein
2.2Fiber
28.1Vit C
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Vibrant green fresh broccoli florets on clean stone background
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Broccoli (Raw)

34Calories
2.8Protein
2.6Fiber
89.2Vit C
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Highlights

Nutritional Takeaways

Based on standard 100g edible portion comparison

Lower Calories
-32%
Spinach (Raw)

Spinach (Raw) has fewer calories (energy) (23 kcal vs 34 kcal, 11 kcal less).

Higher Protein
+1%
Similar Concentration

Both provide similar protein (2.9 g vs 2.8 g).

Higher Dietary Fiber
+18%
Broccoli (Raw)

Broccoli (Raw) provides 2.6 g vs 2.2 g in Spinach (Raw) (+0.40 g, +18%).

Higher Vitamin C
+217%
Broccoli (Raw)

Broccoli (Raw) provides 89.2 mg vs 28.1 mg in Spinach (Raw) (+61.1 mg, +217%).

Comparing per 100 g standard edible portion.

Nutrient
Spinach (Raw)100 g edible portion
Broccoli (Raw)100 g edible portion
Macronutrients6 nutrients
Calories (Energy)Broccoli (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
23 kcal1% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
34 kcal2% DV

Broccoli (Raw) provides 34 kcal vs 23 kcal in Spinach (Raw) (+11 kcal, +48%).

ProteinSimilar
Spinach (Raw)
2.9 g6% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
2.8 g6% DV

Both Spinach (Raw) and Broccoli (Raw) provide similar amounts of protein (2.9 g).

CarbohydratesBroccoli (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
3.6 g1% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
6.6 g2% DV

Broccoli (Raw) provides 6.6 g vs 3.6 g in Spinach (Raw) (+3.0 g, +83%).

Dietary FiberBroccoli (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
2.2 g8% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
2.6 g9% DV

Broccoli (Raw) provides 2.6 g vs 2.2 g in Spinach (Raw) (+0.40 g, +18%).

Total FatSimilar
Spinach (Raw)
0.39 g1% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.37 g

Both Spinach (Raw) and Broccoli (Raw) provide similar amounts of total fat (0.39 g).

Total SugarsBroccoli (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
0.42 g1% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
1.7 g3% DV

Broccoli (Raw) provides 1.7 g vs 0.42 g in Spinach (Raw) (+1.3 g, +305%).

Vitamins12 nutrients
Vitamin CBroccoli (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
28.1 mg31% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
89.2 mg99% DV

Broccoli (Raw) provides 89.2 mg vs 28.1 mg in Spinach (Raw) (+61.1 mg, +217%).

Vitamin A (RAE)Spinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
469 µg52% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
31 µg3% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 469 µg vs 31 µg in Broccoli (Raw) (+438 µg, +1413%).

Vitamin DSimilar
Spinach (Raw)
0 µg
Broccoli (Raw)
0 µg

Both Spinach (Raw) and Broccoli (Raw) provide similar amounts of vitamin d (0 µg).

Vitamin ESpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
2.0 mg14% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.78 mg5% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 2.0 mg vs 0.78 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+1.2 mg, +160%).

Vitamin KSpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
483 µg402% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
102 µg85% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 483 µg vs 102 µg in Broccoli (Raw) (+381 µg, +375%).

Folate (DFE)Spinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
194 µg49% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
63 µg16% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 194 µg vs 63 µg in Broccoli (Raw) (+131 µg, +208%).

Thiamin (Vitamin B1)Similar
Spinach (Raw)
0.08 mg7% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.07 mg6% DV

Both Spinach (Raw) and Broccoli (Raw) provide similar amounts of thiamin (vitamin b1) (0.08 mg).

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Spinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
0.19 mg15% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.12 mg9% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides slightly more riboflavin (vitamin b2) (0.19 mg vs 0.12 mg).

Niacin (Vitamin B3)Spinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
0.72 mg5% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.64 mg4% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 0.72 mg vs 0.64 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+0.08 mg, +13%).

Pantothenic Acid (B5)Broccoli (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
0.07 mg1% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.57 mg11% DV

Broccoli (Raw) provides 0.57 mg vs 0.07 mg in Spinach (Raw) (+0.51 mg, +782%).

Vitamin B6Similar
Spinach (Raw)
0.20 mg11% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.18 mg10% DV

Both Spinach (Raw) and Broccoli (Raw) provide similar amounts of vitamin b6 (0.20 mg).

Vitamin B12Similar
Spinach (Raw)
0 µg
Broccoli (Raw)
0 µg

Both Spinach (Raw) and Broccoli (Raw) provide similar amounts of vitamin b12 (0 µg).

Minerals7 nutrients
SodiumSpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
79.0 mg3% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
33.0 mg1% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 79.0 mg vs 33.0 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+46.0 mg, +139%).

PotassiumSpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
558 mg12% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
316 mg7% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 558 mg vs 316 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+242 mg, +77%).

CalciumSpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
99.0 mg8% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
47.0 mg4% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 99.0 mg vs 47.0 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+52.0 mg, +111%).

IronSpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
2.7 mg15% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.73 mg4% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 2.7 mg vs 0.73 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+2.0 mg, +271%).

MagnesiumSpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
79.0 mg19% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
21.0 mg5% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 79.0 mg vs 21.0 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+58.0 mg, +276%).

PhosphorusBroccoli (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
49.0 mg4% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
66.0 mg5% DV

Broccoli (Raw) provides 66.0 mg vs 49.0 mg in Spinach (Raw) (+17.0 mg, +35%).

ZincSpinach (Raw) higher
Spinach (Raw)
0.53 mg5% DV
Broccoli (Raw)
0.41 mg4% DV

Spinach (Raw) provides 0.53 mg vs 0.41 mg in Broccoli (Raw) (+0.12 mg, +29%).

Lipids1 nutrients
Saturated FatSimilar
Spinach (Raw)
0.06 g
Broccoli (Raw)
0.04 g

Both Spinach (Raw) and Broccoli (Raw) provide similar amounts of saturated fat (0.06 g).

Comparison Summary

Based on 26 nutrients analyzed, Spinach (Raw) leads in 12 categories while Broccoli (Raw) leads in 7.Both foods show similar concentrations in 7 nutrients. Overall, Spinach (Raw) has the nutritional edge in this comparison.

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