Calorie comparison
Couscous vs White Bread
Per 100 grams, couscous is the lighter choice by 153 calories, while white bread 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 | White Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 | 265 |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 23 g | 49 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 3.2 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
🍞 White Bread
1 slice (28 g)
74 cal
2.5 g protein · 13.7 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, couscous or white bread?
Per 100 g, couscous has 112 calories and white bread has 265. Couscous is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, couscous or white bread?
Couscous has 3.8 g of protein per 100 g; white bread has 9 g. White Bread wins on protein.
Is couscous or white bread 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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