White Rice Calories & Nutrition

A fast-digesting carbohydrate staple eaten by half the world. Refined — most fiber and minerals removed.

Calories

205

per 1 cup cooked

Protein

4.3g

Carbs

44.6g

Fat

0.5g

Macro split

Protein 9%Carbs 89%Fat 2%

Calories in White Rice by serving size

ServingCal
1 cup cooked (158g)205
100 g (100g)130
1/2 cup cooked (79g)103

Detailed nutrition

Per 1 cup cooked (158g)

Fiber0.6g
Saturated fat0.2g
Sodium1.6mg
Potassium55.3mg

Why eat white rice?

1

Fast-digesting carbs — great around training

2

Low residue, easy on digestion

3

Lower fiber than brown rice — less filling

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White Rice FAQs

How many calories in a cup of white rice?+

About 205 calories per cup of cooked white rice.

Is white rice bad for you?+

Not inherently — it's a refined carb, but it digests easily, is low in anti-nutrients, and is a workhorse fuel for athletes. Pair with protein and vegetables.

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