Cooked CouscousVSRaw Couscous
Comparing different preparation states of Couscous
VS
Cooked Couscous
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein3.8g
Cals
112
Fat
0.2g
Carbs
23.2g
Raw Couscous
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Top Protein
Protein12.8g
Cals
376
Fat
0.6g
Carbs
77.4g
Key Differences
Protein Gap
9.0g
237% difference
Calorie Gap
264
236% difference
Fat Gap
0.5g
Carb Gap
54.2g
Category Winners
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Most Protein
Per 100g serving
Raw Couscous
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Lowest Calories
For weight loss
Cooked Couscous
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Best Efficiency
Protein per calorie
Raw Couscous
Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14