Calorie comparison
Couscous vs Whole Wheat Bread
Per 100 grams, couscous is the lighter choice by 135 calories, while whole wheat 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 | Whole Wheat Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 | 247 |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 13 g |
| Carbs | 23 g | 41 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 3.4 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
🍞 Whole Wheat Bread
1 slice (32 g)
79 cal
4.2 g protein · 13.1 g carbs · 1.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, couscous or whole wheat bread?
Per 100 g, couscous has 112 calories and whole wheat bread has 247. Couscous is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, couscous or whole wheat bread?
Couscous has 3.8 g of protein per 100 g; whole wheat bread has 13 g. Whole Wheat Bread wins on protein.
Is couscous or whole wheat 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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