Taro leaves, raw vs Kale, raw

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Taro leaves, raw 42 kcal Kale, raw 35 kcal
Calories
42 kcal 35 kcal
Protein
5.0 g 2.9 g
Carbs
6.7 g 4.4 g
Fiber
3.7 g 4.1 g
Sugars
3.0 g 0.8 g
Fat
0.7 g 1.5 g
Sodium
3 mg 53 mg

Key takeaways

  • Kale, raw has 16% fewer calories (35 kcal vs 42 kcal).
  • Taro leaves, raw has more protein (5.0 g vs 2.9 g).
  • Kale, raw has more carbs (4.4 g vs 6.7 g).
  • Kale, raw has more fiber (4.1 g vs 3.7 g).
  • Kale, raw has more sugars (0.8 g vs 3.0 g).
MacronutrientsTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Calories 42 kcal 35 kcal
Protein 5.0 g 2.9 g
Total Fat 0.7 g 1.5 g
Total Carbohydrate 6.7 g 4.4 g
Dietary Fiber 3.7 g 4.1 g
Total Sugars 3.0 g 0.8 g
Water 85.7 g 89.6 g
CarbohydratesTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Total Carbohydrate 6.7 g 4.4 g
Dietary Fiber 3.7 g 4.1 g
Total Sugars 3.0 g 0.8 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Total Fat 0.7 g 1.5 g
Saturated Fat 0.2 g 0.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1 g 0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3 g 0.3 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g 0.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 93.0 mg 180.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 214.0 mg 138.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Protein 5.0 g 2.9 g
Histidine 114.0 mg 69.0 mg
Isoleucine 260.0 mg 197.0 mg
Leucine 392.0 mg 231.0 mg
Lysine 246.0 mg 197.0 mg
Methionine 79.0 mg 32.0 mg
Phenylalanine 195.0 mg 169.0 mg
Threonine 167.0 mg 147.0 mg
Tryptophan 48.0 mg 40.0 mg
Valine 256.0 mg 181.0 mg
Alanine ~ 166.0 mg
Arginine 220.0 mg 184.0 mg
Aspartic Acid ~ 295.0 mg
Cystine 64.0 mg 44.0 mg
Glutamic Acid ~ 374.0 mg
Glycine ~ 159.0 mg
Proline ~ 196.0 mg
Serine ~ 139.0 mg
Tyrosine 178.0 mg 117.0 mg
VitaminsTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Vitamin A (RAE) 241.0 mcg 769.0 mcg
Vitamin C 52.0 mg 120.0 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Vitamin E 2.0 mg 0.7 mg
Vitamin K 108.6 mcg 817.0 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 0.2 mg 0.1 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.5 mg 0.3 mg
Niacin (B3) 1.5 mg 1.2 mg
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 0.3 mg
Folate (B9) 126.0 mcg 62.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.1 mg 0.4 mg
Choline 12.8 mg ~
MineralsTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Calcium 107.0 mg 254.0 mg
Iron 2.3 mg 1.7 mg
Magnesium 45.0 mg 34.0 mg
Phosphorus 60.0 mg 56.0 mg
Potassium 648.0 mg 447.0 mg
Sodium 3.0 mg 53.0 mg
Zinc 0.4 mg 0.4 mg
Copper 0.3 mg 0.3 mg
Manganese 0.7 mg 0.9 mg
Selenium 0.9 mcg 0.9 mcg
SterolsTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
OtherTaro leaves, rawKale, raw
Alcohol 0.0 g 0.0 g
Caffeine 0.0 mg ~
Theobromine 0.0 mg ~
Ash 1.9 g 1.5 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Taro leaves, raw or Kale, raw?

Kale, raw has fewer calories: 42 kcal for Taro leaves, raw vs 35 kcal for Kale, raw per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Taro leaves, raw or Kale, raw?

Taro leaves, raw has more protein: 5.0 g for Taro leaves, raw vs 2.9 g for Kale, raw per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, Taro leaves, raw or Kale, raw?

Kale, raw has more fiber: 3.7 g for Taro leaves, raw vs 4.1 g for Kale, raw per 100 g.

Is Taro leaves, raw or Kale, raw healthier?

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