Comparison

Traditional Quinoa vs Jasmine rice

Overall, Traditional Quinoa has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.

Better choice
Traditional Quinoa

Traditional Quinoa

Ancient Harvest · 408 g
a NOVA 1
Jasmine rice

Jasmine rice

Simply Nature · 907 g
b

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientTraditional QuinoaJasmine rice
Nutri-Score a b
NOVA group 1 —
Calories 395 kcal 356 kcal
Fat 5.6 g 0 g
Saturated fat 0 g 0 g
Sugars 2.2 g 0 g
Salt 0 g 0 g
Fiber 6.7 g 0 g
Protein 13.3 g 6.7 g
Additives00
AllergensNone listedNone listed

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Jasmine rice has 10% fewer calories (356 kcal vs 395 kcal).
  • Jasmine rice has no fat, while Traditional Quinoa has 5.6 g.
  • Jasmine rice has no sugar, while Traditional Quinoa has 2.2 g.
  • Traditional Quinoa has 100% more fiber (6.7 g vs 0 g).
  • Traditional Quinoa has 50% more protein (13.3 g vs 6.7 g).
  • Traditional Quinoa has the better Nutri-Score.

Ingredients

Traditional Quinoa

White Quinoa

Jasmine rice

Organic white jasmine rice

FAQ

Which is healthier: Traditional Quinoa or Jasmine rice?

Overall, Traditional Quinoa 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?

Jasmine rice has fewer calories: 356 kcal versus 395 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Jasmine rice has less sugar: 0 g versus 2.2 g per 100 g.

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