Calorie comparison
Shrimp vs White Rice
Per 100 grams, shrimp is the lighter choice by 31 calories, while shrimp 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 | Shrimp | White Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 99 | 130 |
| Protein | 24 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbs | 0.2 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
🦐 Shrimp
3 oz cooked (85 g)
84 cal
20.4 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 0.3 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, shrimp or white rice?
Per 100 g, shrimp has 99 calories and white rice has 130. Shrimp is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, shrimp or white rice?
Shrimp has 24 g of protein per 100 g; white rice has 2.7 g. Shrimp wins on protein.
Is shrimp 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 shrimp — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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