Nutrition information: cooked brown rice
| Nutrient | Carbs 100 g | % RI* | Serving (180 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 123 kcal515 kJ | 6% | 221 kcal925 kJ |
| Fat | 1 g | 1% | 1.8 g |
| of which saturated fatty acids | 0.3 g | 2% | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 9% | 43.2 g |
| of which sugars | 0.2 g | 0% | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | - | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | 4.9 g |
| Salt | 0.01 g | 0% | 0.02 g |
| Water | 70.3 g | - | 126.5 g |
* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.
How many calories are in cooked brown rice?
Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon15 g | 18 kcal | 0.4 g | 3.6 g | 0.2 g |
| 100 g | 123 kcal | 2.7 g | 24 g | 1 g |
| Serving180 g | 221 kcal | 4.9 g | 43.2 g | 1.8 g |
| Cup210 g | 258 kcal | 5.7 g | 50.4 g | 2.1 g |
Vitamins and minerals
Per 100 g, cooked brown rice contains the most vitamin B1 (16% of the NRV), vitamin B3 (16%), and phosphorus (15%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% of the NRV per 100 g.
| Nutrient | Carbs 100 g | % RI |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 86 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 39 mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 103 mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.7 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.18 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.07 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 2.6 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 9% |
| Folate | 9 µg | 5% |
Not included: selenium—US source data reflects fortification, additives, or growing conditions, so the values would be overstated for Polish equivalents.
Cooked brown rice compared with other foods
Cooked brown rice has more calories per 100 g than 19% of the grain products in our chart. Here are foods from the groats, rice, pasta, and cereal category with similar calorie counts (kcal per 100 g):
- Cooked couscous112 kcal
- Cooked millet groats119 kcal
- Cooked quinoa120 kcal
- Cooked barley groats123 kcal
- Cooked brown rice123 kcal
- Cooked parboiled rice123 kcal
- Cooked white rice130 kcal
- Cooked egg pasta138 kcal
- Cooked whole-wheat pasta149 kcal
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Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Rice, brown, long-grain, cooked” (NDB 20037). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and depend on the variety, size, and preparation method; for packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes only and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: . How we create our calorie chart.