Calorie comparison
Peanut Butter vs White Rice
Per 100 grams, white rice is the lighter choice by 458 calories, while peanut butter 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 | Peanut Butter | White Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 588 | 130 |
| Protein | 25 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 28 g |
| Fat | 50 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
🥜 Peanut Butter
2 tbsp (32 g)
188 cal
8 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 16 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, peanut butter or white rice?
Per 100 g, peanut butter has 588 calories and white rice has 130. White Rice is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, peanut butter or white rice?
Peanut Butter has 25 g of protein per 100 g; white rice has 2.7 g. Peanut Butter wins on protein.
Is peanut butter 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 white rice — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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