Calorie comparison
Brown Rice vs Red Wine
Per 100 grams, red wine is the lighter choice by 38 calories, while brown rice 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 | Red Wine |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 85 |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 26 g | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 1 g | 0 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
🍷 Red Wine
5 oz glass (147 g)
125 cal
0.1 g protein · 3.8 g carbs · 0 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brown rice or red wine?
Per 100 g, brown rice has 123 calories and red wine has 85. Red Wine is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brown rice or red wine?
Brown Rice has 2.7 g of protein per 100 g; red wine has 0.1 g. Brown Rice wins on protein.
Is brown rice or red wine 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 red wine — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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