Calories in White Rice
205 kcal per 1 cup cooked (158g)
White rice is a staple carbohydrate that fuels billions of people. It is easy to digest and a reliable source of quick energy, though lower in fiber than brown rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 205 kcal | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbs | 44.2 g | 28 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Sugar | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
Calories in white rice by portion
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 36 | 0.8g | 7.8g | 0.1g |
| 100 g | 130 | 2.7g | 28g | 0.3g |
| 1 cup cooked (158g) | 205 | 4.3g | 44.2g | 0.5g |
| 2 servings (316 g) | 411 | 8.5g | 88.5g | 0.9g |
White Rice serving size
One standard serving of white rice is 1 cup cooked (158g) — about 158g (5.6 oz) and 205 calories. Half a serving has 103 calories; a double portion has 411.
- ½ serving (79g)103 kcal2.1g protein · 22.1g carbs · 0.2g fat
- 1 serving · 1 cup cooked (158g)205 kcal4.3g protein · 44.2g carbs · 0.5g fat
- 2 servings (316g)411 kcal8.5g protein · 88.5g carbs · 0.9g fat
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Health Benefits
- ✓Fast-digesting carbohydrate ideal for refueling glycogen
- ✓Naturally gluten-free and easy on digestion
- ✓Often enriched with iron and B vitamins
Tips
- →Pair with protein and veggies
- →Try brown rice for more fiber
- →Cool then reheat for resistant starch
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in white rice?
There are 205 calories in 1 cup cooked (158g) of white rice, which is 130 kcal per 100g.
Is white rice good for weight loss?
White Rice provides 4.3g protein and 0.6g fiber per serving. Fast-digesting carbohydrate ideal for refueling glycogen.
How many calories are in 100g of white rice?
100g of white rice contains 130 calories, with 2.7g protein, 28g carbs and 0.3g fat.
How much is one serving of white rice?
A standard serving of white rice is 1 cup cooked (158g), about 158g (5.6 oz), with 205 calories.
How much protein is in white rice?
White Rice contains 4.3g of protein per 1 cup cooked (158g) (2.7g per 100g).