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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.

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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.

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Specification Comparison Table

10 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
368 kcal 365 kcal
Carbohydrates
64.2 g 79.9 g
Dietary Fiber
7.0 g 1.3 g
Net Carbohydrates
57.2 g 78.6 g
Protein
14.1 g 7.13 g
Total Fat
6.07 g 0.66 g
Glycemic Index (GI)
53 (Low) 73 (High)
Water Content
13.3 g 11.6 g
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free Naturally Gluten-Free
Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
2.0 : 1.0 (by volume) 2.0 : 1.0 (by volume)