Brown Rice vs Pasta
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Both foods have similar nutritional profiles
Both foods have similar nutritional profiles with each winning in different categories. Your choice should depend on your specific dietary goals and preferences. Brown Rice has 111 calories while Pasta has 131 calories per 100g.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Brown Rice
111 kcal
More Protein
Pasta
5.3g
More Fiber
Brown Rice
1.8g
Less Sugar
Brown Rice
0g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Brown Rice
111
Pasta
131
Proteinper 100g
Brown Rice
2.6g
Pasta
5.3g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Brown Rice
23g
Pasta
25g
Fatper 100g
Brown Rice
0.9g
Pasta
1.1g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Brown Rice | Pasta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 111kcal✓ | 131kcal | -20.0kcal |
| Protein | 2.6g | 5.3g✓ | -2.7g |
| Carbohydrates | 23g✓ | 25g | -2.0g |
| Fat | 0.9g✓ | 1.1g | -0.2g |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 1.8g | 0.0g |
| Sugar | 0g✓ | 0.6g | -0.6g |
| Sodium | 5mg | 3mg✓ | +2.0mg |
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Brown Rice
Per 100g:111 calories
Per cup (150g):167 calories
Per serving (85g):94 calories
Pasta
Per 100g:131 calories
Per cup (150g):197 calories
Per serving (85g):111 calories
Diet Compatibility
Brown Rice
VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium
Pasta
VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium
When to Choose Brown Rice
- ✓Lower in calories (111 vs 131)
- ✓More fiber (1.8g vs 1.8g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (23g vs 25g)
- ✓Less sugar (0g vs 0.6g)
Common Uses
Side dishesBreakfastMeal baseEnergy food
When to Choose Pasta
- ✓Higher in protein (5.3g vs 2.6g)
- ✓Lower sodium (3mg vs 5mg)
Common Uses
Side dishesBreakfastMeal baseEnergy food