Calorie comparison
Brown Rice vs Pepperoni Pizza
Per 100 grams, brown rice is the lighter choice by 159 calories, while pepperoni pizza 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 | Pepperoni Pizza |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 282 |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 12 g |
| Carbs | 26 g | 32 g |
| Fat | 1 g | 12 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
🍕 Pepperoni Pizza
1 slice (111 g)
313 cal
13.3 g protein · 35.5 g carbs · 13.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brown rice or pepperoni pizza?
Per 100 g, brown rice has 123 calories and pepperoni pizza has 282. Brown Rice is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brown rice or pepperoni pizza?
Brown Rice has 2.7 g of protein per 100 g; pepperoni pizza has 12 g. Pepperoni Pizza wins on protein.
Is brown rice or pepperoni pizza 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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