New Zealand spinach, raw vs Kale, raw

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

New Zealand spinach, raw 14 kcal Kale, raw 35 kcal
Calories
14 kcal 35 kcal
Protein
1.5 g 2.9 g
Carbs
2.5 g 4.4 g
Fiber
1.5 g 4.1 g
Sugars
0.3 g 0.8 g
Fat
0.2 g 1.5 g
Sodium
130 mg 53 mg

Key takeaways

  • New Zealand spinach, raw has 60% fewer calories (14 kcal vs 35 kcal).
  • Kale, raw has more protein (2.9 g vs 1.5 g).
  • New Zealand spinach, raw has more carbs (2.5 g vs 4.4 g).
  • Kale, raw has more fiber (4.1 g vs 1.5 g).
  • New Zealand spinach, raw has more sugars (0.3 g vs 0.8 g).
MacronutrientsNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Calories 14 kcal 35 kcal
Protein 1.5 g 2.9 g
Total Fat 0.2 g 1.5 g
Total Carbohydrate 2.5 g 4.4 g
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g 4.1 g
Total Sugars 0.3 g 0.8 g
Water 94.0 g 89.6 g
CarbohydratesNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Total Carbohydrate 2.5 g 4.4 g
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g 4.1 g
Total Sugars 0.3 g 0.8 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Total Fat 0.2 g 1.5 g
Saturated Fat 0.0 g 0.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.0 g 0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1 g 0.3 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g 0.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 66.0 mg 180.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 13.0 mg 138.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Protein 1.5 g 2.9 g
Histidine ~ 69.0 mg
Isoleucine ~ 197.0 mg
Leucine ~ 231.0 mg
Lysine ~ 197.0 mg
Methionine ~ 32.0 mg
Phenylalanine ~ 169.0 mg
Threonine ~ 147.0 mg
Tryptophan ~ 40.0 mg
Valine ~ 181.0 mg
Alanine ~ 166.0 mg
Arginine ~ 184.0 mg
Aspartic Acid ~ 295.0 mg
Cystine ~ 44.0 mg
Glutamic Acid ~ 374.0 mg
Glycine ~ 159.0 mg
Proline ~ 196.0 mg
Serine ~ 139.0 mg
Tyrosine ~ 117.0 mg
VitaminsNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Vitamin A (RAE) ~ 769.0 mcg
Vitamin C 30.0 mg 120.0 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Vitamin E 1.4 mg 0.7 mg
Vitamin K 337.0 mcg 817.0 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 0.0 mg 0.1 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.1 mg 0.3 mg
Niacin (B3) 0.5 mg 1.2 mg
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg 0.3 mg
Folate (B9) 15.0 mcg 62.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.3 mg 0.4 mg
MineralsNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Calcium 58.0 mg 254.0 mg
Iron 0.8 mg 1.7 mg
Magnesium 39.0 mg 34.0 mg
Phosphorus 28.0 mg 56.0 mg
Potassium 130.0 mg 447.0 mg
Sodium 130.0 mg 53.0 mg
Zinc 0.4 mg 0.4 mg
Copper 0.1 mg 0.3 mg
Manganese 0.6 mg 0.9 mg
Selenium 0.7 mcg 0.9 mcg
SterolsNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
OtherNew Zealand spinach, rawKale, raw
Alcohol 0.0 g 0.0 g
Caffeine 0.0 mg ~
Theobromine 0.0 mg ~
Ash 1.8 g 1.5 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, New Zealand spinach, raw or Kale, raw?

New Zealand spinach, raw has fewer calories: 14 kcal for New Zealand spinach, raw vs 35 kcal for Kale, raw per 100 g.

Which has more protein, New Zealand spinach, raw or Kale, raw?

Kale, raw has more protein: 1.5 g for New Zealand spinach, raw vs 2.9 g for Kale, raw per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, New Zealand spinach, raw or Kale, raw?

Kale, raw has more fiber: 1.5 g for New Zealand spinach, raw vs 4.1 g for Kale, raw per 100 g.

Is New Zealand spinach, raw or Kale, raw healthier?

New Zealand spinach, raw is lower in calories, and Kale, raw is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.