Grains & Starches
Calories in Quinoa (Cooked)
Quinoa is technically a seed, not a grain, and it's one of the few plant foods that's a complete protein (all 9 essential amino acids). A cup cooked has about 222 calories. It's a staple for vegetarians and anyone who wants more protein from their carb source.
Per 100g
calories
Fiber: 2.8g per 100g
Per serving
calories — 1 cup cooked (185g)
Good to know
Rinse before cooking to remove saponins — they taste bitter.
Cook like rice: 1 cup quinoa to 2 cups water, simmer 15 minutes.
Tri-color quinoa looks prettier but tastes and performs identically.
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| Food | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Rice (Cooked) | 130 | 2.7g | 28.2g | 0.3g |
| Brown Rice (Cooked) | 112 | 2.3g | 23.5g | 0.8g |
| Oats (Dry) | 389 | 16.9g | 66.3g | 6.9g |
| Bread (White) | 265 | 9.4g | 49.2g | 3.2g |
| Pasta (Cooked) | 131 | 5g | 25.4g | 1.1g |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in quinoa (cooked)?
Quinoa (Cooked) contains 120 calories per 100 grams. 1 cup cooked (185g) has approximately 222 calories, with 8.1g protein, 39.4g carbs, and 3.5g fat.
How can I accurately track quinoa (cooked) calories?
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