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Beetroot vs Celery: Calories Compared
Celery is lower in calories (16 vs 43 per 100g). Beetroot has 1.6g protein per 100g versus 0.7g in Celery.
Per typical serving, Beetroot provides 58 kcal (based on a 136g portion) versus Celery at 6 kcal (40g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so beetroot contributes 2.9% and celery contributes 0.3% 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 | Beetroot | Celery |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | 16 kcal |
| Protein | 1.6g | 0.7g |
| Carbohydrates | 9.6g | 3g |
| of which Sugars | 6.8g | 1.3g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.2g |
| of which Saturates | 0g | 0g |
| Fibre | 2.8g | 1.6g |
| Sodium | 78mg | 80mg |
| Potassium | 325mg | 260mg |
| Calcium | 16mg | 40mg |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.2mg |
| Vitamin C | 4.9mg | 3.1mg |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 22µg |
| Selenium | 1µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0mg | 0.1mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Beetroot has more (43kcal vs 16kcal per 100g) — a difference of 27kcal. Celery is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Beetroot has more (1.6g vs 0.7g per 100g) — a difference of 0.9g. Beetroot is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Beetroot has more (9.6g vs 3g per 100g) — a difference of 6.6g.
- Sugars: Beetroot has more (6.8g vs 1.3g per 100g) — a difference of 5.5g. Celery is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: both foods contain the same amount (0.2g per 100g).
- Saturated fat: both foods contain the same amount (0g per 100g).
- Fibre: Beetroot has more (2.8g vs 1.6g per 100g) — a difference of 1.2g. Beetroot is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: Celery has more (80mg vs 78mg per 100g) — a difference of 2mg. Beetroot is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: Beetroot has more (325mg vs 260mg per 100g) — a difference of 65mg. Beetroot is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Celery has more (40mg vs 16mg per 100g) — a difference of 24mg. Celery is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Beetroot has more (1mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 1mg. Beetroot is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Beetroot has more (5mg vs 3mg per 100g) — a difference of 2mg. Beetroot is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: Celery has more (22µg vs 2µg per 100g) — a difference of 20µg. Celery is the stronger source of vitamin A here.
- Selenium: Beetroot has more (1µg vs 0µg per 100g) — a difference of 1µg. Beetroot is the stronger source of selenium here.
- Riboflavin (b2): Celery has more (0mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. Celery is the stronger source of riboflavin (B2) here.
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| Nutrient | Beetroot | % DV | Celery | % 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, Celery is the lower-calorie option at 16 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Beetroot provides more at 1.6g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Celery has fewer carbs at 3g per 100g.
Both beetroot and celery 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, Beetroot or Celery?
Beetroot has 43 calories per 100g while Celery has 16 calories per 100g. Beetroot is higher in calories by 27 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Beetroot or Celery?
Beetroot contains 1.6g of protein per 100g. Celery contains 0.7g of protein per 100g. Beetroot has more protein.
Is Beetroot healthier than Celery?
Beetroot has 43 kcal, 1.6g protein, 9.6g carbs and 0.2g fat per 100g. Celery has 16 kcal, 0.7g protein, 3g carbs and 0.2g 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, Beetroot or Celery?
Beetroot contains 2.8g of fibre per 100g, and Celery contains 1.6g per 100g. Beetroot has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Beetroot vs Celery?
A typical 1 beetroot of beetroot (136g) is around 58 calories. A typical 1 stalk of celery (40g) is around 6 calories — a difference of 52 kcal per serving in favour of celery.
Can I substitute Beetroot for Celery 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).