Calorie comparison
Cucumber vs Kale
Per 100 grams, cucumber is the lighter choice by 34 calories, while kale 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 | Kale |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 | 49 |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 4.3 g |
| Carbs | 3.6 g | 9 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.9 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
🥬 Kale
1 cup (67 g)
33 cal
2.9 g protein · 6 g carbs · 0.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cucumber or kale?
Per 100 g, cucumber has 15 calories and kale has 49. Cucumber is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cucumber or kale?
Cucumber has 0.7 g of protein per 100 g; kale has 4.3 g. Kale wins on protein.
Is cucumber or kale 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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