Calorie comparison
Brown Rice vs Chickpeas
Per 100 grams, brown rice is the lighter choice by 41 calories, while chickpeas 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 | Brown Rice | Chickpeas |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 164 |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 8.9 g |
| Carbs | 26 g | 27 g |
| Fat | 1 g | 2.6 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
🍚 Brown Rice
1 cup cooked (195 g)
240 cal
5.3 g protein · 50.7 g carbs · 2 g fat
🫘 Chickpeas
1 cup cooked (164 g)
269 cal
14.6 g protein · 44.3 g carbs · 4.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brown rice or chickpeas?
Per 100 g, brown rice has 123 calories and chickpeas has 164. Brown Rice is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brown rice or chickpeas?
Brown Rice has 2.7 g of protein per 100 g; chickpeas has 8.9 g. Chickpeas wins on protein.
Is brown rice or chickpeas 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 brown rice — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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