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Nutrition comparison

Kale vs Spinach

A fair side-by-side view using standardized values per 100 grams. Preparation states are shown when available, and values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central.

Which food fits your goal?

Spinach is the lower-calorie option at 23 kcal per 100 g; Kale has 26 more kcal per 100 g. Kale provides the most protein at 4.3 g per 100 g. Kale is higher in fat at 0.9 g per 100 g, which can matter for calorie density. Use the serving calculator on each food page to match the comparison to your actual portion.

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What is actually different?

Calories

Kale is 113% higher

Kale

49kcal

Spinach

23kcal

Difference: 113 percent.

Protein

Kale is 48% higher

Kale

4.3g

Spinach

2.9g

Difference: 48 percent.

Carbohydrates

Kale is 144% higher

Kale

8.8g

Spinach

3.6g

Difference: 144 percent.

Fat

Kale is 125% higher

Kale

0.9g

Spinach

0.4g

Difference: 125 percent.

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