Ingredient swap
Banana vs Carrots
Banana has 1.1 g protein and 89 calories per 100 g; carrots has 0.9 g and 41. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of banana (225 g) ≈ 1¾ cup of carrots.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Banana | Carrots |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 | 41 better |
| Protein | 1.1 gbetter | 0.9 g |
| Carbs | 22.8 g | 9.6 gbetter |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 2.8 gbetter |
| Sugar | 12.2 g | 4.7 gbetter |
| Sodium | 1 mgbetter | 69 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 225 g | 128 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use carrots instead of banana?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of banana (225 g) ≈ 1¾ cup of carrots.
Which has more protein?
Banana, with 1.1 g per 100 g versus 0.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Carrots, with 41 calories per 100 g.