Long Grain vs Microwave Coconut Rice
Overall, Long Grain has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Long Grain | Microwave Coconut Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | c |
| NOVA group | — | 3 |
| Calories | 162 kcal | 173 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 3.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 2.6 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 0.2 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 4 g | 3.4 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Long Grain has 87% less fat (0.5 g vs 3.8 g).
- Long Grain has 96% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 2.6 g).
- Microwave Coconut Rice has 73% more fiber (1.8 g vs 0.5 g).
- Long Grain has 16% more protein (4 g vs 3.4 g).
- Long Grain has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Long Grain
Not available.
Microwave Coconut Rice
Cooked Basmati Rice (88%) [Water, Basmati Rice], Coconut Cream (7%) [Coconut Extract, Water], Desiccated Coconut (2%), Sunflower Oil and/or Rapeseed Oil, Salt.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Long Grain or Microwave Coconut Rice?
Overall, Long Grain has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Long Grain has fewer calories: 162 kcal versus 173 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Microwave Coconut Rice has less sugar: 0.2 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.