Collard greens (cooked) vs Kale (raw)
Both count toward 30 plants a week.
| Collard greens (cooked) | Kale (raw) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 2.7 g | 2.9 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 5.7 g | 4.4 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 0.7 g | 1.5 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 4.0 g | 4.1 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 33.0 kcal | 35.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 8.2 g | 8.3 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 1107 g · 365 kcal | 1027 g · 360 kcal |
The same three numbers, drawn
What 30 g of protein looks like on a plate
Where the calories come from
The one-line verdict: Kale (raw) delivers 1.0× the protein per calorie of Collard greens (cooked) (8.3 g vs 8.2 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: KaleMore fiber / 100 g: KaleLighter per 100 g: Collard greensSmaller 30 g portion: Kale
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.