Raw QuinoaVSRaw Couscous

Comparing Quinoa with Couscous

Raw Quinoa

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Cereal Grains and Pasta• USDA #168874

Top Protein

Protein14.1g

Cals

368

Fat

6.1g

Carbs

64.2g

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Raw Couscous

Plant

May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.

Cereal Grains and Pasta• USDA #169699

Protein12.8g

Cals

376

Fat

0.6g

Carbs

77.4g

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Key Differences

Protein Gap

1.4g

-10% difference

Calorie Gap

2% difference

Fat Gap

5.4g

Carb Gap

13.3g

Category Winners

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Most Protein

Per 100g serving

Raw Quinoa

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Lowest Calories

For weight loss

Raw Quinoa

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Best Efficiency

Protein per calorie

Raw Quinoa

Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14