Raw BulgurVSCooked Bulgur

Comparing different preparation states of Bulgur

Raw Bulgur

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Cereal Grains and Pasta USDA #170688
Top Protein
Protein12.3g
Cals
342
Fat
1.3g
Carbs
75.9g

Cooked Bulgur

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Cereal Grains and Pasta USDA #170287
Protein3.1g
Cals
83
Fat
0.2g
Carbs
18.6g

Key Differences

Protein Gap
9.2g
-75% difference
Calorie Gap
259
-76% difference
Fat Gap
1.1g
Carb Gap
57.3g

Category Winners

💪
Most Protein
Per 100g serving
Raw Bulgur
📉
Lowest Calories
For weight loss
Cooked Bulgur
Best Efficiency
Protein per calorie
Cooked Bulgur
Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14