Calorie comparison
Grits vs Rice Noodles
Per 100 grams, grits is the lighter choice by 37 calories, while rice noodles 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 | Grits | Rice Noodles |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 | 108 |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.8 g |
| Carbs | 16 g | 25 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.2 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
🥣 Grits
1 cup cooked (242 g)
172 cal
3.4 g protein · 38.7 g carbs · 0.7 g fat
🍜 Rice Noodles
1 cup cooked (176 g)
190 cal
3.2 g protein · 44 g carbs · 0.4 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, grits or rice noodles?
Per 100 g, grits has 71 calories and rice noodles has 108. Grits is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, grits or rice noodles?
Grits has 1.4 g of protein per 100 g; rice noodles has 1.8 g. Rice Noodles wins on protein.
Is grits or rice noodles 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 grits — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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