Broccoli vs Zucchini: Which Is Better for Kidneys?

Q: Which has more sodium, broccoli or zucchini?

Per 100 g, broccoli contains 262 mg and zucchini contains 2 mg of sodium.

Q: Is broccoli or zucchini better for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, broccoli is rated kidney-friendly and zucchini is rated kidney-friendly. Ratings reflect mineral load per 100 g only — individual advice should come from your healthcare team.

Q: What is the main difference for a CKD diet?

The largest difference is sodium: zucchini sits at <1% of the daily limit versus 13% for broccoli. See each food page for the full mineral profile.

Looking at the three rated minerals, Broccoli lands in the Kidney-friendly tier and Zucchini in the Kidney-friendly tier. The biggest gap is Sodium — Zucchini sits at <1% of the daily limit versus 13% for Broccoli.

Broccoli
Kidney-friendly Zucchini
Kidney-friendly

Phosphorus

67 mg

32 mg

Sodium

262 mg

13%

2 mg

<1%

Potassium

293 mg

15%

222 mg

11%

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Frequently asked questions

Which has more sodium, broccoli or zucchini?

Per 100 g, broccoli contains 262 mg and zucchini contains 2 mg of sodium.

Is broccoli or zucchini better for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, broccoli is rated kidney-friendly and zucchini is rated kidney-friendly. Ratings reflect mineral load per 100 g only — individual advice should come from your healthcare team.

What is the main difference for a CKD diet?

The largest difference is sodium: zucchini sits at <1% of the daily limit versus 13% for broccoli. See each food page for the full mineral profile.