Ingredient swap
Banana vs Blueberries
Banana has 1.1 g protein and 89 calories per 100 g; blueberries has 0.7 g and 57. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of banana (225 g) ≈ 1½ cup of blueberries.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Banana | Blueberries |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 | 57 better |
| Protein | 1.1 gbetter | 0.7 g |
| Carbs | 22.8 g | 14.5 gbetter |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 gbetter | 2.4 g |
| Sugar | 12.2 g | 10 gbetter |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 1 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 225 g | 148 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 blueberries instead of banana?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of banana (225 g) ≈ 1½ cup of blueberries.
Which has more protein?
Banana, with 1.1 g per 100 g versus 0.7 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Blueberries, with 57 calories per 100 g.