Calorie comparison
Cucumber vs Eggplant
Per 100 grams, cucumber is the lighter choice by 10 calories, while eggplant 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 | Cucumber | Eggplant |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 | 25 |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1 g |
| Carbs | 3.6 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 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
🥒 Cucumber
1/2 cup sliced (52 g)
8 cal
0.4 g protein · 1.9 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
🍆 Eggplant
1 cup cubed (82 g)
21 cal
0.8 g protein · 4.9 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cucumber or eggplant?
Per 100 g, cucumber has 15 calories and eggplant has 25. Cucumber is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cucumber or eggplant?
Cucumber has 0.7 g of protein per 100 g; eggplant has 1 g. Eggplant wins on protein.
Is cucumber or eggplant 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 cucumber — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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