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

Cooked Brown Rice

Cooked Brown Rice (Cooked) contains 2.7g of protein per 100g, with 1.0g fat, 25.6g carbohydrates, and 123 calories. This makes it a low protein source. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

USDA FoodData Central #169704 · Data as of Jan 2026 · All values per 100g

Rice, brown, long-grain, cooked (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

Low FatLow Sugar
Nutrition facts per 100g for Cooked Brown Rice (Source: USDA FoodData Central)
Nutrient Amount per 100g
Protein 2.7 g
Calories 123 kcal
Total fat 1.0 g
Carbohydrates 25.6 g
Saturated fat 0.26 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Fiber 1.6 g
Sugars 0.24 g
Sodium 4 mg
Potassium 86 mg

How protein-efficient is Cooked Brown Rice?

Protein Energy
Low Protein
9%
of calories from protein

Low. This is mostly an energy source (carbs/fats), with a little bit of protein added.

Fat Ratio
2.8
grams protein per 1g fat

Moderate. Contains a fair amount of fat.

Calories for 30g
1347
calories

Very expensive. eating 1347 calories for protein is like eating a whole meal's worth of energy.

What is the fat, cholesterol and electrolyte profile?

Heart Health

Heart Friendly

"Very low in saturated fat."

Saturated Fat (Limit)0.26g / 20g*
Cholesterol (Limit)0mg / 300mg*
Healthy Fats (Mono + Poly)0.7g / ~60g*
Beneficial fats.

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Muscle & Electrolytes

Low Electrolytes
Sodium
4mg
Electrolyte
Potassium
86mg
Electrolyte
Magnesium
39mg
Recovery
Iron
0.56mg
Energy
*Electrolytes support hydration and muscle contraction.
Cooking Effect

Cooking dilutes protein by absorbing ~64% water

Compare Cooked vs Raw
Raw
7.5g
Cooked
2.7g

Compare Cooked Brown Rice

See how Cooked Brown Rice stacks up against other protein sources

Source: USDA FoodData Central
Verified: 2026-01-05