Artichoke vs Eggplant – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing artichoke to eggplant, we picked the artichoke.

Why?

It was quite one-sided today!

In terms of macros, artichoke has nearly 2x the fiber and carbs, and more than 3x the protein, making it the most nutrient-dense option by far in this round.

In the category of vitamins, artichoke has more of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, C, and K, while eggplant boasts only (slightly) more vitamin E, yielding a 9:1 victory for artichoke.

Looking at minerals next, artichoke has more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc, while eggplant boasts only (slightly) more selenium, giving an 8:1 victory for artichoke in this round.

In other considerations, artichoke is much higher in polyphenols, so that’s another point in its favor.

Adding up the sections is barely needed today; it’s a clear total win for artichoke. Still, do enjoy either or both (perhaps together; ratatouille is a great option to use them both and more), as diversity is good!

Want to learn more?

You might like:

• Oven-Roasted Ratatouille ← this is a super-easy but very tasty recipe; it includes eggplant by default but not artichoke, just add that in, treating it the same as the eggplant and zucchini
• Why You’re Probably Not Getting Enough Fiber (And How To Fix It)

Enjoy!