Early version. Nutrient values from USDA FoodData Central; dietitian review in progress. Not medical advice.

Artichoke vs radishes: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: artichoke scores 84/100 and radishes 87/100, so pick by your goal. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Artichoke

84/100Excellent nutrient density

47 kcal per 100 g. 1 medium artichoke: 128 g

Radishes

87/100Excellent nutrient density

16 kcal per 100 g. 5 radishes: 23 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesRadishes47 vs 16 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinArtichoke3.3 vs 0.7 g per 100 g
  • More fiberArtichoke5.4 vs 1.6 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarArtichoke1 vs 1.9 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumArtichoke370 vs 233 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatAbout even<0.1 vs <0.1 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientArtichoke, 100 gRadishes, 100 gArtichoke, 128 gRadishes, 23 g
Calories47 kcal16 kcal60 kcal4 kcal
Protein3.3 g0.7 g4.2 g0.2 g
Carbohydrates11 g3.4 g13 g0.8 g
Sugars1 g1.9 g1.3 g0.4 g
Fiber5.4 g1.6 g6.9 g0.4 g
Fat0.1 g0.1 g0.2 g<0.1 g
Saturated fat<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g
Vitamin C12 mg15 mg15 mg3.4 mg
Vitamin A1 µg0 µg1.3 µg0 µg
Potassium370 mg233 mg474 mg54 mg
Iron1.3 mg0.3 mg1.6 mg<0.1 mg
Calcium44 mg25 mg56 mg5.8 mg
Magnesium60 mg10 mg77 mg2.3 mg
Sodium94 mg39 mg120 mg9 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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