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Calories in brown rice

Around 112 kcal per 100 g cooked — slightly more fibre than white rice.

Estimate per serving

100 g cooked brown rice

Calories

112 kcal

Protein

2.6 g

Carbs

24 g

Fat

0.9 g

Fibre

1.8 g

Values are widely-accepted estimates and vary by brand, ripeness, cut, preparation and portion size.

Common serving sizes

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 cup cooked (~195 g)218 kcal5 g46 g1.6 g
Side portion (~150 g cooked)168 kcal3.9 g36 g1.4 g
Uncooked 50 g (~150 g cooked)175 kcal3.7 g37 g1.4 g

Is brown rice good for meal planning?

Brown rice has slightly fewer calories per gram cooked than white rice, plus a bit more fibre. The difference for most people is small — pick the one you enjoy more.

It takes longer to cook than white rice, so batch-cooking 3–4 portions on a quieter day is a useful shortcut.

How to use brown rice in a meal plan

  • Buddha bowls with roasted vegetables and chickpeas
  • Side for curries, stir-fries or grilled fish
  • Batch-cooked into containers with chicken and broccoli
  • Stuffed peppers with mince and beans

How to track brown rice in GudFude

GudFude is a calorie tracker and meal planner. Add brown rice to a meal, pick the serving size that matches what you ate, and your daily totals update instantly. You can save it as a favourite so logging it next time takes one tap.

GudFude shows estimates for general guidance only. It is not medical advice and does not claim to publish a verified global food database. Check packet labels when accuracy matters.

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Frequently asked questions

+Is brown rice better than white for weight loss?
Both work. Brown rice has slightly more fibre and a bit less calorie density. Choose what you will actually eat consistently.
+How many calories in a cup of brown rice?
A cup of cooked brown rice (about 195 g) is roughly 218 kcal.
+Why does brown rice take longer to cook?
The outer bran layer is intact, which slows water absorption. Soaking ahead of time can shorten cook time.
+Are these calorie values exact?
No. They are widely-accepted estimates for a typical portion. Exact calories vary by brand, ripeness, cut, preparation method and portion size. Use the value on your packet when you have one.