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Aubergine vs Cucumber: Calories Compared
Cucumber is lower in calories (15 vs 25 per 100g). Aubergine has 1g protein per 100g versus 0.7g in Cucumber.
Per typical serving, Aubergine provides 20 kcal (based on a 82g portion) versus Cucumber at 8 kcal (52g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so aubergine contributes 1.0% and cucumber contributes 0.4% of that daily target per serving. Getting these numbers right for your own portions starts with a digital kitchen scale.
Full nutrition comparison (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Aubergine | Cucumber |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 kcal | 15 kcal |
| Protein | 1g | 0.7g |
| Carbohydrates | 5.9g | 3.6g |
| of which Sugars | 3.5g | 1.7g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.1g |
| of which Saturates | 0g | 0g |
| Fibre | 3g | 0.5g |
| Sodium | 2mg | 2mg |
| Potassium | 229mg | 147mg |
| Calcium | 9mg | 16mg |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 0.3mg |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2.8mg |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 5µg |
| Selenium | 0µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0mg | 0mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Aubergine has more (25kcal vs 15kcal per 100g) — a difference of 10kcal. Cucumber is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Aubergine has more (1g vs 0.7g per 100g) — a difference of 0.3g. Aubergine is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Aubergine has more (5.9g vs 3.6g per 100g) — a difference of 2.3g.
- Sugars: Aubergine has more (3.5g vs 1.7g per 100g) — a difference of 1.8g. Cucumber is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: Aubergine has more (0.2g vs 0.1g per 100g) — a difference of 0.1g. Cucumber is the lower-fat option if that is your priority.
- Saturated fat: both foods contain the same amount (0g per 100g).
- Fibre: Aubergine has more (3g vs 0.5g per 100g) — a difference of 2.5g. Aubergine is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: both foods contain the same amount (2mg per 100g).
- Potassium: Aubergine has more (229mg vs 147mg per 100g) — a difference of 82mg. Aubergine is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Cucumber has more (16mg vs 9mg per 100g) — a difference of 7mg. Cucumber is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Cucumber has more (0mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. Cucumber is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Cucumber has more (3mg vs 2mg per 100g) — a difference of 1mg. Cucumber is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: Cucumber has more (5µg vs 1µg per 100g) — a difference of 4µg. Cucumber is the stronger source of vitamin A here.
- Selenium: both foods contain the same amount (0µg per 100g).
- Riboflavin (b2): both foods contain the same amount (0mg per 100g).
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| Nutrient | Aubergine | % DV | Cucumber | % DV |
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* % Daily Value based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet, the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK. Figures update live as you change the amounts above — no page reload.
Substituting one for the other
Vegetables with similar water content and texture (leafy vs leafy, root vs root) tend to substitute most easily in cooked dishes.
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Which should you choose?
If your priority is fewer calories, Cucumber is the lower-calorie option at 15 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Aubergine provides more at 1g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Cucumber has fewer carbs at 3.6g per 100g.
Both aubergine and cucumber can form part of a healthy, balanced diet. The best choice depends on your individual goals — whether that is weight management, muscle building, or simply hitting your daily nutritional targets. A meal prep container set makes it easy to portion whichever you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more calories, Aubergine or Cucumber?
Aubergine has 25 calories per 100g while Cucumber has 15 calories per 100g. Aubergine is higher in calories by 10 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Aubergine or Cucumber?
Aubergine contains 1g of protein per 100g. Cucumber contains 0.7g of protein per 100g. Aubergine has more protein.
Is Aubergine healthier than Cucumber?
Aubergine has 25 kcal, 1g protein, 5.9g carbs and 0.2g fat per 100g. Cucumber has 15 kcal, 0.7g protein, 3.6g carbs and 0.1g fat per 100g. Which is healthier depends on your goals — higher protein, lower calorie and lower fat foods are generally preferred for weight management.
Which has more fibre, Aubergine or Cucumber?
Aubergine contains 3g of fibre per 100g, and Cucumber contains 0.5g per 100g. Aubergine has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Aubergine vs Cucumber?
A typical 1 cup cubed of aubergine (82g) is around 20 calories. A typical half a cucumber of cucumber (52g) is around 8 calories — a difference of 12 kcal per serving in favour of cucumber.
Can I substitute Aubergine for Cucumber in recipes?
Vegetables with similar water content and texture (leafy vs leafy, root vs root) tend to substitute most easily in cooked dishes.
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Figures per 100g from the USDA FoodData Central database (CC0 1.0).