Brown Rice Calories & Nutrition

A whole grain with the bran and germ intact, giving it more fiber, minerals, and a nuttier flavor than white rice.

Calories

218

per 1 cup cooked

Protein

5.1g

Carbs

45.8g

Fat

1.8g

Macro split

Protein 9%Carbs 83%Fat 7%

Calories in Brown Rice by serving size

Serving	Cal	Protein	Carbs	Fat
1 cup cooked (195g)	218	5.1g	45.8g	1.8g
100 g (100g)	112	2.6g	23.5g	0.9g
1/2 cup cooked (98g)	110	2.5g	23g	0.9g

Per 1 cup cooked (195g)

Fiber3.5g

Sugar0.8g

Saturated fat0.4g

Sodium9.8mg

Potassium154.1mg

Whole grain — bran and germ intact

More fiber and minerals than white rice

Slower digestion than white rice — steadier energy

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How many calories in a cup of brown rice?+

About 218 calories per cup of cooked brown rice.

Is brown rice better than white rice?+

More nutrient-dense and more filling. White rice is easier on digestion and faster fuel. Best is often a mix of both depending on goals.

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