Broccoli vs. Scallion

Nutrition comparison of Broccoli and Scallion


Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?

We compared the nutritional contents of broccoli versus scallion (100g each) below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].

For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in broccoli and scallion:

  • Both scallion and broccoli are high in Vitamin C, Vitamin K, calcium, dietary fiber and potassium.
  • Broccoli has more pantothenic acid and Vitamin B6.
Detailed nutritional comparison of broccoli and scallion is analyzed below. You can also visualize the nutritional comparison for a custom portion or serving size and see how the nutrition compares.

USDA sources for nutritional information: Broccoli (Broccoli, raw) and Scallion (Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.


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Calories and Carbs

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Scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of calories - scallion has 32 calories per 100 grams and broccoli has 34 calories.

For macronutrient ratios, broccoli is heavier in protein, lighter in carbs and heavier in fat compared to scallion per calorie. Broccoli has a macronutrient ratio of 27:64:9 and for scallion, 19:76:5 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.

Macro Ratios from Calories:

Broccoli Scallion
Protein 27% 19%
Carbohydrates 64% 76%
Fat 9% 5%
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carbohydrates

Scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of carbs - scallion has 7.3g of total carbs per 100 grams and broccoli has 6.6g of carbohydrates.

dietary fiber

Both scallion and broccoli are high in dietary fiber. is very similar to scallion for dietary fiber - scallion has 2.6g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and broccoli has 2.6g of dietary fiber.

sugar

Scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of sugar - scallion has 2.3g of sugar per 100 grams and broccoli has 1.7g of sugar.

Protein

protein

Scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of protein - scallion has 1.8g of protein per 100 grams and broccoli has 2.8g of protein.

Fat

saturated fat

Both scallion and broccoli are low in saturated fat - scallion has 0.03g of saturated fat per 100 grams and broccoli has 0.11g of saturated fat.

Vitamins

Vitamin C

Both scallion and broccoli are high in Vitamin C. Broccoli has 374% more Vitamin C than scallion - scallion has 18.8mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and broccoli has 89.2mg of Vitamin C.

Vitamin A

Scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of Vitamin A - scallion has 50ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and broccoli has 31ug of Vitamin A.

Vitamin E

Scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of Vitamin E - scallion has 0.55mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and broccoli has 0.78mg of Vitamin E.

Vitamin K

Both scallion and broccoli are high in Vitamin K. Scallion has 104% more Vitamin K than broccoli - scallion has 207ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and broccoli has 101.6ug of Vitamin K.

The B Vitamins

Broccoli has more pantothenic acid and Vitamin B6. Both broccoli and scallion contain significant amounts of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin and folate.

Broccoli Scallion
Thiamin 0.071 MG 0.055 MG
Riboflavin 0.117 MG 0.08 MG
Niacin 0.639 MG 0.525 MG
Pantothenic acid 0.573 MG 0.075 MG
Vitamin B6 0.175 MG 0.061 MG
Folate 63 UG 64 UG

Minerals

calcium

Both scallion and broccoli are high in calcium. Scallion has 53% more calcium than broccoli - scallion has 72mg of calcium per 100 grams and broccoli has 47mg of calcium.

iron

Scallion has 103% more iron than broccoli - scallion has 1.5mg of iron per 100 grams and broccoli has 0.73mg of iron.

potassium

Both scallion and broccoli are high in potassium. Broccoli has 14% more potassium than scallion - scallion has 276mg of potassium per 100 grams and broccoli has 316mg of potassium.

Antioxidants and Phytonutrients

flavonoids

Naturally occuring in fruits and vegetables, flavonoids are associated with many health benefits and used in a variety of medicinal and pharmaceutical applications. [2][3]

For specific flavonoid compounds, broccoli has more luteolin and kaempferol than scallion per 100 grams, however, scallion contains more quercetin than broccoli per 100 grams.

Broccoli Scallion
luteolin 0.8 mg ~
kaempferol 7.84 mg 1.36 mg
myricetin 0.06 mg ~
Quercetin 3.26 mg 10.68 mg

carotenoids

Carotenoids are micronutrients commonly found in plants and some animal products. An example is beta-carotene, the notable carotenoid which is a popular source of Vitamin A.[4][5]

For specific types of carotenoids, both broccoli and scallion contain significant amounts of beta-carotene and lutein + zeaxanthin.

Broccoli Scallion
beta-carotene 361 UG 598 UG
alpha-carotene 25 UG ~
lutein + zeaxanthin 1403 UG 1137 UG

Omega-3 and Omega-6

omega 3s

For omega-3 fatty acids, broccoli has more alpha linoleic acid (ALA) than scallion per 100 grams.

Broccoli Scallion
alpha linoleic acid 0.0215 G 0.004 G
Total 0.0215 G 0.004 G

omega 6s

Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both broccoli and scallion contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.

Broccoli Scallion
other omega 6 0.006 G ~
linoleic acid 0.049 G 0.07 G
Total 0.055 G 0.07 G



Customize your serving size


The comparison below is by weight, but sometimes 100g isn't that intuitive of a measurement for food. View a custom portion comparison (e.g. cups, oz, package).

You can try adding or subtracting the amount of either Broccoli or Scallion .

Note: The specific food items compared are: Broccoli (Broccoli, raw) and Scallion (Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw) .

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FAQ

Does scallion or broccoli contain more calories in 100 grams?
Scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of calories - scallion has 32 calories in 100g and broccoli has 34 calories.

Does scallion or broccoli have more carbohydrates?
By weight, scallion and broccoli contain similar amounts of carbs - scallion has 7.3g of carbs for 100g and broccoli has 6.6g of carbohydrates.

Does scallion or broccoli contain more calcium?
Both scallion and broccoli are high in calcium. Scallion has 50% more calcium than broccoli - scallion has 72mg of calcium in 100 grams and broccoli has 47mg of calcium.

Does scallion or broccoli contain more potassium?
Both scallion and broccoli are high in potassium. Broccoli has 10% more potassium than scallion - scallion has 276mg of potassium in 100 grams and broccoli has 316mg of potassium.