Cauliflower vs Green Beans – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing cauliflower to green beans, we picked the green beans.

Why?

Both are certainly great! However…

In terms of macros, green beans have slightly more fiber and carbs for the same protein, so get a small, nominal win in this first category.

In the category of vitamins, cauliflower has more of vitamins B5, B6, B9, and C, while green beans have more of vitamins A, B1, B2, E, and K, for another marginal win.

Looking at minerals next, cauliflower has more phosphorus and potassium, while green beans have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, and manganese, winning more compellingly in this round.

In other considerations, both are great sources of polyphenols, and cauliflower has sulforaphane, so that’s a round slightly in cauliflower’s favor.

Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for cauliflower, but by all means do enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!

Want to learn more?

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Broccoli Sprouts & Sulforaphane ← this article talks mostly about broccoli sprouts rather than cauliflower sprouts, but sprouts of any cultivar of Brassica oleracea (e.g. Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, etc) are great for sulforaphane

Enjoy!