Calories in Brown Rice
240 kcal per 1 cup cooked (195g)
Brown rice is a whole-grain alternative to white rice with more fiber, magnesium and a lower glycemic impact.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 240 kcal | 123 kcal |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbs | 50.7 g | 26 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 1 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 1.8 g |
| Sugar | 0.8 g | 0.4 g |
Calories in brown rice by portion
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 34 | 0.8g | 7.3g | 0.3g |
| 100 g | 123 | 2.7g | 26g | 1g |
| 1 cup (≈150 g) | 185 | 4.1g | 39g | 1.5g |
| 1 cup cooked (195g) | 240 | 5.3g | 50.7g | 1.9g |
| 2 servings (390 g) | 480 | 10.5g | 101.4g | 3.9g |
Brown Rice serving size
One standard serving of brown rice is 1 cup cooked (195g) — about 195g (6.9 oz) and 240 calories. Half a serving has 121 calories; a double portion has 480.
- ½ serving (98g)121 kcal2.6g protein · 25.5g carbs · 1g fat
- 1 serving · 1 cup cooked (195g)240 kcal5.3g protein · 50.7g carbs · 1.9g fat
- 2 servings (390g)480 kcal10.5g protein · 101.4g carbs · 3.9g fat
Brown Rice Calorie Calculator
Calories240 kcal
Protein5.3 g
Carbs50.7 g
Fat2 g
Health Benefits
- ✓More fiber than white rice
- ✓Good source of magnesium
- ✓Slower release of energy
Tips
- →Soak before cooking
- →Pair with lean protein
- →Great for meal prep
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in brown rice?
There are 240 calories in 1 cup cooked (195g) of brown rice, which is 123 kcal per 100g.
Is brown rice good for weight loss?
Brown Rice provides 5.3g protein and 3.5g fiber per serving. More fiber than white rice.
How many calories are in 100g of brown rice?
100g of brown rice contains 123 calories, with 2.7g protein, 26g carbs and 1g fat.
How much is one serving of brown rice?
A standard serving of brown rice is 1 cup cooked (195g), about 195g (6.9 oz), with 240 calories.
How much protein is in brown rice?
Brown Rice contains 5.3g of protein per 1 cup cooked (195g) (2.7g per 100g).