Barley (Cooked, Pearled) vs Brown Rice (cooked)
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Barley (Cooked, Pearled)
per 100g
GrainsBrown Rice (cooked)
per 100g
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Barley (Cooked, Pearled) | Brown Rice (cooked) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123kcal | 112kcal |
| Protein | 2.3g | 2.6g |
| Carbs | 28.2g | 23.5g |
| Fat | 0.4g | 0.9g |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 1.8g |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 0.4g |
| Sodium | 3mg | 1mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Brown Rice (cooked) has 11 fewer calories per 100g than Barley (Cooked, Pearled) (10% less).
- Brown Rice (cooked) delivers more protein (2.6g vs 2.3g per 100g).
- Barley (Cooked, Pearled) has more fiber (3.8g vs 1.8g).
- Barley (Cooked, Pearled) contains less fat (0.4g vs 0.9g).
- Barley (Cooked, Pearled) has less sugar (0.3g vs 0.4g).
Barley (Cooked, Pearled)
Barley is a fiber-rich whole grain especially high in beta-glucan, a soluble fiber clinically shown to lower LDL cholesterol and blunt blood-sugar spikes. It is filling, chewy and works well in soups and grain bowls.
View Barley (Cooked, Pearled) nutrition →Brown Rice (cooked)
Brown rice retains the bran and germ, giving it roughly three times the fiber of white rice along with magnesium, manganese, and B vitamins. Its lower glycemic index translates to more gradual blood-sugar response — useful for sustained energy and satiety.
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