Side-by-Side Comparison
Staple Grains & Cereals
Quinoa (White / Golden) vs. White Rice (Long Grain)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 8 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Quinoa (White / Golden)
White Rice (Long Grain)
Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is an Andean pseudograin containing all nine essential amino acids. Per 100g raw, it provides 368 kcal, 64.2g carbohydrates (7.0g fiber), 14.1g complete protein, and 6.07g fat with a low glycemic index of 53.
Milled long-grain white rice has its husk, bran, and germ removed. Per 100g raw, it provides 365 kcal, 79.9g carbohydrates (0.9g fiber), 7.13g protein, and 0.66g fat with a high glycemic index of 73.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
368 kcal | 365 kcal |
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Carbohydrates
|
64.2 g | 79.9 g |
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Dietary Fiber
|
7.0 g | 1.3 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
57.2 g | 78.6 g |
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Protein
|
14.1 g | 7.13 g |
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Total Fat
|
6.07 g | 0.66 g |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
53 (Low) | 73 (High) |
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Water Content
|
13.3 g | 11.6 g |
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Gluten Status
|
Naturally Gluten-Free | Naturally Gluten-Free |
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Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
|
2.0 : 1.0 (by volume) | 2.0 : 1.0 (by volume) |
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