Grains & Starches

Calories in White Rice (Cooked)

White rice is a staple food for over half the world's population. A cup of cooked rice has about 242 calories. It's a clean carbohydrate source — low in fat, easy to digest, and pairs with everything.

Per 100g

130

calories

Protein2.7g (9%)
Carbs28.2g (90%)
Fat0.3g (1%)

Fiber: 0.4g per 100g

Per serving

242

calories — 1 cup cooked (186g)

5g
Protein
52.5g
Carbs
0.6g
Fat
0.7g
Fiber

Good to know

1

Rinse 3 times before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent stickiness.

2

1 cup dry rice makes about 3 cups cooked — easy to overestimate portions.

3

Cooling cooked rice creates resistant starch, lowering the effective calorie count slightly.

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Related foods

More grains & starches

FoodCalProteinCarbsFat
Brown Rice (Cooked)1122.3g23.5g0.8g
Oats (Dry)38916.9g66.3g6.9g
Bread (White)2659.4g49.2g3.2g
Pasta (Cooked)1315g25.4g1.1g
Quinoa (Cooked)1204.4g21.3g1.9g

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in white rice (cooked)?

White Rice (Cooked) contains 130 calories per 100 grams. 1 cup cooked (186g) has approximately 242 calories, with 5g protein, 52.5g carbs, and 0.6g fat.

How can I accurately track white rice (cooked) calories?

The most accurate way is to weigh your portion on a food scale. Alternatively, you can use CalShot to snap a photo of your white rice (cooked) and get an AI-powered calorie estimate in seconds — no weighing or manual logging required.