This or That?

Our Verdict When comparing cassava to parsnips, we picked the parsnips. Why? This one wasn’t close! For any unfamiliar with cassava, it’s also called manioc or yuca/yucca, and it’s a tuber that can be used a lot like sweet potato. It’s popular in S. America, often in recipes that aren’t the healthiest (deep-fried chunky “cassava…

Our Verdict When comparing blueberries to raspberries, we picked the raspberries. Why? In terms of macros, blueberries have slightly more carbs, while raspberries have 2.5x the fiber and also slightly more protein, not that the protein figure is why people are eating raspberries, as a general rule of thumb. In any case, we say raspberries…

Our Verdict When comparing beetroot to olives, we picked the beetroot. Why? Both of these salad items are very strong contenders and bring different things to the table, so it comes down to how they stack up: In terms of macros, beetroot has slightly more protein and carbs, while olives have slightly more fiber and…

Our Verdict When comparing kiwi to orange, we picked the kiwi. Why? It’s close! But… In terms of macros, kiwi has slightly more fiber, carbs, and protein. The differences are small across the board, but by the numbers, it’s a small win for kiwi in this category. In the category of vitamins, kiwi has more…

Our Verdict When comparing black beans to edamame, we picked the edamame. Why? Both are very much top-tier beans! In terms of macros, black beans have more fiber and carbs while edamame has more protein. We’re calling this round a tie. In the category of vitamins, black beans have more of vitamins B1 and E,…

Our Verdict When comparing apricots to blueberries, we picked the apricots. Why? Both have their merits! In terms of macros, apricots have about 2x the protein (but it’s not a lot) while blueberries have very slightly more fiber and carbs. Ultimately we’re calling this category a tie, but it could be swung one way or…

Our Verdict When comparing cucumber to eggplant, we picked the eggplant. Why? In terms of macros, eggplant has 6x the fiber, as well as slightly more carbs and protein, making it the clear winner in this category. In the category of vitamins, cucumber has more of vitamins A, C, and K, while eggplant has more…

Our Verdict When comparing grapefruit to lime, we picked the lime. Why? Both have their merits, but… In terms of macros, limes have 2x the fiber, for comparable protein and carbs. Thus, the winner in the macros category. In the category of vitamins, grapefruit has more of vitamins A, B1, and B9, while limes have…

Our Verdict When comparing asparagus to Brussels sprouts, we picked the sprouts. Why? Both are great! But… In terms of macros, Brussels sprouts have more fiber, carbs, and protein, making them the more nutrient-dense option in the macros category. In the category of vitamins, asparagus has slightly more of vitamins B1, B2, B3, and E,…

Our Verdict When comparing strawberries to grapes, we picked the strawberries. Why? In terms of macros, grapes have more than 2x the carbs while strawberries have more than 2x the fiber, making this category an easy win for strawberries. In the category of vitamins, grapes have more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, and K,…

Our Verdict When comparing arugula to dandelion greens, we picked the dandelion greens. Why? Will anything unseat dandelions from their place as the queen of the greens? Not today, that’s for sure: In terms of macros, dandelion greens have more than 2x the fiber, which is significant, as well as more carbs and protein, making…

Our Verdict When comparing peach to pineapple, we picked the pineapple. Why? Both are great! But pineapple wins overall: In terms of macros, there isn’t much between them: peaches have a tiny bit more protein, but the numbers are so small as to be irrelevant; they’re equal on fiber and pineapple has slightly more carbs,…