Calorie comparison
Grits vs White Rice
Per 100 grams, grits is the lighter choice by 59 calories, while white rice 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 | White Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 | 130 |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbs | 16 g | 28 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.3 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
🍚 White Rice
1 cup cooked (158 g)
205 cal
4.3 g protein · 44.2 g carbs · 0.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, grits or white rice?
Per 100 g, grits has 71 calories and white rice has 130. Grits is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, grits or white rice?
Grits has 1.4 g of protein per 100 g; white rice has 2.7 g. White Rice wins on protein.
Is grits or white rice 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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