Calorie comparison
Barley vs Pasta
Per 100 grams, barley is the lighter choice by 35 calories, while pasta 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 | Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 158 |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 28 g | 31 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 0.9 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
🍝 Pasta
1 cup cooked (140 g)
221 cal
8.1 g protein · 43.4 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, barley or pasta?
Per 100 g, barley has 123 calories and pasta has 158. Barley is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, barley or pasta?
Barley has 2.3 g of protein per 100 g; pasta has 5.8 g. Pasta wins on protein.
Is barley or pasta 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 barley — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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