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Head to headBroccoli vs Cauliflower
Green against white — the cruciferous cousins.
Broccoli takes it, 59 to 53. A 6-point gap. The vegetable everyone was told to eat, and the science agreed. Cauliflower’s case: Broccoli's paler cousin — fine, but stop pretending it's rice.
Tale of the tape
| Nutrient | Broccoli per 100g | Cauliflower per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35 | 23 ● |
| Protein | 2.4g ● | 1.8g |
| Total Fat | 0.4g | 0.4g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 0.1g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3g ● | 2.3g |
| Sodium | 41mg | 30mg ● |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 293mg | 303mg ● |
Red dot marks the winner of each row. Column bases differ because chain labels are per serving — the per-100-calorie comparisons below put them on equal footing.
Where Broccoli wins
- Broccoli has less saturated fat per 100 calories (Cauliflower has more).
- Vitamin K: 118% DV vs Cauliflower’s 13% DV (per 100g).
- Vitamin C: 72% DV vs Cauliflower’s 49% DV (per 100g).
Where Cauliflower wins
- No decisive edge — Cauliflower keeps it close everywhere.
Questions
Is Broccoli healthier than Cauliflower?
By our scoring, Broccoli grades higher (59 vs 53). The full nutrient comparison is in the tale of the tape above.
Which has more protein, Broccoli or Cauliflower?
Broccoli: 6.9g per 100 calories. Cauliflower: 7.8g per 100 calories.
How many calories are in Broccoli vs Cauliflower?
Broccoli: 35 calories per 100g. Cauliflower: 23 calories per 100g.
A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.