Ingredient swap
Raisins vs Spinach
Raisins has 3.1 g protein and 299 calories per 100 g; spinach has 2.9 g and 23. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of raisins (145 g) ≈ 4¾ cup of spinach.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Raisins | Spinach |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 299 | 23 better |
| Protein | 3.1 gbetter | 2.9 g |
| Carbs | 79.2 g | 3.6 gbetter |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 3.7 gbetter | 2.2 g |
| Sugar | 59.2 g | 0.4 gbetter |
| Sodium | 11 mgbetter | 79 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 145 g | 30 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 spinach instead of raisins?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of raisins (145 g) ≈ 4¾ cup of spinach.
Which has more protein?
Raisins, with 3.1 g per 100 g versus 2.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Spinach, with 23 calories per 100 g.