Calorie comparison
Barley vs Couscous
Per 100 grams, couscous is the lighter choice by 11 calories, while couscous delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Barley | Couscous |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 112 |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 3.8 g |
| Carbs | 28 g | 23 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 0.2 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌾 Barley
1 cup cooked (157 g)
193 cal
3.6 g protein · 44 g carbs · 0.6 g fat
🌾 Couscous
1 cup cooked (157 g)
176 cal
6 g protein · 36.1 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, barley or couscous?
Per 100 g, barley has 123 calories and couscous has 112. Couscous is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, barley or couscous?
Barley has 2.3 g of protein per 100 g; couscous has 3.8 g. Couscous wins on protein.
Is barley or couscous better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward couscous — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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