Calorie comparison
Quinoa vs Rice Noodles
Per 100 grams, rice noodles is the lighter choice by 12 calories, while quinoa 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 | Quinoa | Rice Noodles |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | 108 |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 1.8 g |
| Carbs | 21 g | 25 g |
| Fat | 1.9 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
🌾 Quinoa
1 cup cooked (185 g)
222 cal
8.1 g protein · 38.9 g carbs · 3.5 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, quinoa or rice noodles?
Per 100 g, quinoa has 120 calories and rice noodles has 108. Rice Noodles is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, quinoa or rice noodles?
Quinoa has 4.4 g of protein per 100 g; rice noodles has 1.8 g. Quinoa wins on protein.
Is quinoa 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 rice noodles — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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