Calories in couscous
Couscous (1 cup, cooked, 157 g) has 176 calories, with 6 g of protein, 36.5 g of carbohydrates and 0.3 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 112 kcal.
Values are for Couscous, cooked. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Couscous
Per 1 cup, cooked (157 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in couscous by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 112 | 3.8 g | 23.2 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 cup, cooked | 157 g | 176 | 6 g | 36.5 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 cup, dry, yields | 528 g | 591 | 20 g | 122.6 g | 0.8 g |
| 1 oz, dry, yields | 86 g | 96 | 3.3 g | 20 g | 0.1 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 14%Carbs 85%Fat 1%
Couscous has a low energy density (1.1 kcal per gram). It provides 3.4 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Bread, rice & grains: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oatmeal | 71 | 2.5 g | 12 g | 1.5 g |
| Couscous | 112 | 3.8 g | 23.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Quinoa | 120 | 4.4 g | 21.3 g | 1.9 g |
| Brown rice | 123 | 2.7 g | 25.6 g | 1 g |
| White rice | 130 | 2.7 g | 28.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Pasta (cooked) | 158 | 5.8 g | 30.9 g | 0.9 g |
| English muffin | 235 | 7.7 g | 46 g | 1.8 g |
| Whole-wheat bread | 252 | 12.4 g | 42.7 g | 3.5 g |
| Bagel | 264 | 10.6 g | 52.4 g | 1.3 g |
| White bread | 266 | 8.8 g | 49.4 g | 3.3 g |
| Flour tortilla | 306 | 8.2 g | 49.4 g | 8 g |
| Rolled oats (dry) | 379 | 13.2 g | 67.7 g | 6.5 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 169700. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in couscous?
176 calories in 1 cup, cooked (157 g), or 112 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in couscous?
6 g of protein in 1 cup, cooked (157 g) (3.8 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in couscous?
36.5 g of carbohydrates in 1 cup, cooked (157 g), including 2.2 g of fiber.