Arborio Rice
Starchy short-grain rice used for risotto; the cooked entry is white short-grain rice from USDA SR Legacy.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of arborio rice, cooked for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g cooked — 130 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 130 kcal | 130 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 2.4 g | 1.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 28.7 g | 22.1 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of arborio rice, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg | 0.02 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin | 0.016 mg | 0.016 mg | 1% |
| Niacin | 0.4 mg | 0.4 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.059 mg | 0.059 mg | 3% |
| Folate | 2 µg | 2 µg | <1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.4 mg | 0.4 mg | 8% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 1 mg | 1 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8 mg | 8 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 33 mg | 33 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 26 mg | 26 mg | <1% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.4 mg | 0.4 mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.072 mg | 0.072 mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.36 mg | 0.36 mg | 16% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Rice, white, short-grain, cooked, unenriched
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat arborio rice?
- A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
- Starchy short-grain rice used for risotto; the cooked entry is white short-grain rice from USDA SR Legacy.
How to include it
- Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
- Typical pairing ideas: Parmesan, Mushrooms, Stock.
Things to consider
- Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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