Rice: Nutrition Facts and Calories
The Rice category includes a variety of packaged products, from plain white and brown rice to flavored rice mixes, risottos, and pilafs. These products offer convenient meal solutions or side dishes. When choosing rice products, the Nutrition Facts label and ingredient list can help you make informed decisions. For plain rice, look at the fiber content; whole grain varieties like brown rice typically offer more dietary fiber than refined white rice. For flavored rice mixes, pay attention to sodium. The FDA recommends a Daily Value of 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day. Some flavored mixes can contribute significantly to this limit. Also, check for saturated fat, which the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) recommends keeping under 10% of daily calories. While less common in rice, some flavored products may contain added sugars; the DGA recommends no amount of added sugars, at most 10 grams per meal. On the ingredient list, prioritize products where whole grains are listed first. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.
1,854 products · values per 100 g
Preschool Prep Company
Long Grain Brown Rice
354kcal
6.2Protein
3.1Fat
66.7Carbs
Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc.
Long Grain Brown Rice
357kcal
7.1Protein
3.6Fat
76.2Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Long Grain Brown Rice
380kcal
8Protein
3Fat
78Carbs