Calorie comparison
Brown Rice vs Spaghetti Bolognese
Per 100 grams, brown rice is the lighter choice by 15 calories, while spaghetti bolognese 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 | Spaghetti Bolognese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 138 |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 7 g |
| Carbs | 26 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 1 g | 5 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
🍝 Spaghetti Bolognese
1 cup (250 g)
345 cal
17.5 g protein · 40 g carbs · 12.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brown rice or spaghetti bolognese?
Per 100 g, brown rice has 123 calories and spaghetti bolognese has 138. Brown Rice is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brown rice or spaghetti bolognese?
Brown Rice has 2.7 g of protein per 100 g; spaghetti bolognese has 7 g. Spaghetti Bolognese wins on protein.
Is brown rice or spaghetti bolognese 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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