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Black Beans vs Cabbage: Calories Compared
Cabbage is lower in calories (25 vs 132 per 100g). Black Beans has 8.9g protein per 100g versus 1.3g in Cabbage.
Per typical serving, Black Beans provides 227 kcal (based on a 172g portion) versus Cabbage at 227 kcal (908g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so black beans contributes 11.4% and cabbage contributes 11.3% 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 | Black Beans | Cabbage |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | 25 kcal |
| Protein | 8.9g | 1.3g |
| Carbohydrates | 23.7g | 5.8g |
| of which Sugars | 0.3g | 3.2g |
| Fat | 0.5g | 0.1g |
| of which Saturates | 0.1g | 0g |
| Fibre | 8.7g | 2.5g |
| Sodium | 1mg | 18mg |
| Potassium | 355mg | 170mg |
| Calcium | 27mg | 40mg |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.5mg |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 36.6mg |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 5µg |
| Selenium | 1µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Black Beans has more (132kcal vs 25kcal per 100g) — a difference of 107kcal. Cabbage is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Black Beans has more (8.9g vs 1.3g per 100g) — a difference of 7.6g. Black Beans is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Black Beans has more (23.7g vs 5.8g per 100g) — a difference of 17.9g.
- Sugars: Cabbage has more (3.2g vs 0.3g per 100g) — a difference of 2.9g. Black Beans is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: Black Beans has more (0.5g vs 0.1g per 100g) — a difference of 0.4g. Cabbage is the lower-fat option if that is your priority.
- Saturated fat: Black Beans has more (0.1g vs 0g per 100g) — a difference of 0.1g. Cabbage is the lower-saturated fat option if that is your priority.
- Fibre: Black Beans has more (8.7g vs 2.5g per 100g) — a difference of 6.2g. Black Beans is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: Cabbage has more (18mg vs 1mg per 100g) — a difference of 17mg. Black Beans is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: Black Beans has more (355mg vs 170mg per 100g) — a difference of 185mg. Black Beans is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Cabbage has more (40mg vs 27mg per 100g) — a difference of 13mg. Cabbage is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Black Beans has more (2mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 2mg. Black Beans is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Cabbage has more (37mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 37mg. Cabbage is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: Cabbage has more (5µg vs 0µg per 100g) — a difference of 5µg. Cabbage is the stronger source of vitamin A here.
- Selenium: Black Beans has more (1µg vs 0µg per 100g) — a difference of 1µg. Black Beans is the stronger source of selenium here.
- Riboflavin (b2): Black Beans has more (0mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. Black Beans is the stronger source of riboflavin (B2) here.
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| Nutrient | Black Beans | % DV | Cabbage | % DV |
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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, Cabbage is the lower-calorie option at 25 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Black Beans provides more at 8.9g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Cabbage has fewer carbs at 5.8g per 100g.
Both black beans and cabbage 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, Black Beans or Cabbage?
Black Beans has 132 calories per 100g while Cabbage has 25 calories per 100g. Black Beans is higher in calories by 107 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Black Beans or Cabbage?
Black Beans contains 8.9g of protein per 100g. Cabbage contains 1.3g of protein per 100g. Black Beans has more protein.
Is Black Beans healthier than Cabbage?
Black Beans has 132 kcal, 8.9g protein, 23.7g carbs and 0.5g fat per 100g. Cabbage has 25 kcal, 1.3g protein, 5.8g 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, Black Beans or Cabbage?
Black Beans contains 8.7g of fibre per 100g, and Cabbage contains 2.5g per 100g. Black Beans has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Black Beans vs Cabbage?
A typical 1 cup cooked of black beans (172g) is around 227 calories. A typical 1 cup chopped of cabbage (908g) is around 227 calories — a difference of 0 kcal per serving in favour of black beans.
Can I substitute Black Beans for Cabbage 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).