Is Brown rice (cooked) keto?
Not keto-friendly
No, brown rice (cooked) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 cup (195 g)) has about 46.8 g of net carbs, more than a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
Healthier than white rice, but still far too many carbs.
A typical serving is 1 cup (195 g). That has 240 calories, 5.3 g protein, 2 g fat and 46.8 g net carbs (49.9 g total carbs − 3.1 g fiber).
How many servings fit in your carb budget?
Based on using your entire daily net-carb limit on this one food, which you would not do in practice.
Lower-carb swaps for brown rice (cooked)
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 123 kcal · 24 g net carbs · 2.7 g protein · 1 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is brown rice (cooked) keto?
No, brown rice (cooked) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 cup (195 g)) has about 46.8 g of net carbs, more than a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in brown rice (cooked)?
A serving of brown rice (cooked) (1 cup (195 g)) has about 49.9 g of total carbohydrates and 3.1 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 46.8 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 24 g of net carbs.
Can I eat brown rice (cooked) on a keto diet?
Most people on keto avoid it. Healthier than white rice, but still far too many carbs. If you want to fit it in, treat it as an occasional small portion and count the carbs.
What can I eat instead of brown rice (cooked)?
Lower-carb swaps include cauliflower, shirataki noodles, broccoli.
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