Calories in Couscous (cooked)
Couscous (cooked) contains 112 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 serving (150 g) — carries about 168 kcal.
Effectively tiny pasta — calorically between rice and bulgur.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 serving (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | 168 kcal |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 5.7 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g | 35 g |
| Fibre | 1.4 g | 2.1 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~42 minutes
~17 minutes
Approximate, for a ~168 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in couscous (cooked)?
Couscous (cooked) contains 112 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 serving (150 g) — carries about 168 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does couscous (cooked) have?
Per 100 g: 3.8 g protein, 0.2 g fat and 23 g carbohydrates, of which 1.4 g fibre.
Is couscous (cooked) suitable for a diet?
In moderation — 112 kcal per 100 g is a medium calorie density. A serving (1 serving (150 g)) carries ~168 kcal, so portion size matters. Effectively tiny pasta — calorically between rice and bulgur.
How much does one serving of couscous (cooked) weigh?
The typical serving is 1 serving (150 g) — about 150 g, which equals ~168 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of couscous (cooked)?
Roughly 42 minutes of brisk walking or 17 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.