Calorie comparison
Couscous vs Rolled Oats
Per 100 grams, couscous is the lighter choice by 277 calories, while rolled oats 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 | Couscous | Rolled Oats |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 | 389 |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 17 g |
| Carbs | 23 g | 66 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 7 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
🌾 Couscous
1 cup cooked (157 g)
176 cal
6 g protein · 36.1 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
🌾 Rolled Oats
1/2 cup dry (40 g)
156 cal
6.8 g protein · 26.4 g carbs · 2.8 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, couscous or rolled oats?
Per 100 g, couscous has 112 calories and rolled oats has 389. Couscous is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, couscous or rolled oats?
Couscous has 3.8 g of protein per 100 g; rolled oats has 17 g. Rolled Oats wins on protein.
Is couscous or rolled oats 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 couscous — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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