Raw Amaranth GrainVSCooked Amaranth Grain

Comparing different preparation states of Amaranth Grain

Raw Amaranth Grain

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Cereal Grains and Pasta• USDA #170682

Top Protein

Protein13.6g

Cals

371

Fat

7.0g

Carbs

65.3g

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Cooked Amaranth Grain

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Cereal Grains and Pasta• USDA #170683

Protein3.8g

Cals

102

Fat

1.6g

Carbs

18.7g

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Key Differences

Protein Gap

9.8g

-72% difference

Calorie Gap

269

-73% difference

Fat Gap

5.4g

Carb Gap

46.6g

Category Winners

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Most Protein

Per 100g serving

Raw Amaranth Grain

📉

Lowest Calories

For weight loss

Cooked Amaranth Grain

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Best Efficiency

Protein per calorie

Cooked Amaranth Grain

Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-19