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
calories
Fiber: 0.4g per 100g
Per serving
calories — 1 cup cooked (186g)
Good to know
Rinse 3 times before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent stickiness.
1 cup dry rice makes about 3 cups cooked — easy to overestimate portions.
Cooling cooked rice creates resistant starch, lowering the effective calorie count slightly.
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More grains & starches
| Food | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Quinoa (Cooked) | 120 | 4.4g | 21.3g | 1.9g |
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.