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Pearl Barley
Pearl Barley by Waitrose & Partners provides 118 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 3.9 g of protein. That is 78% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is B and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Barley category and comes in a 500 g pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (180 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | 212 kcal | 319 −63% | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0.9 g | 1% | 1.9 −74% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 0.4 −74% |
| Carbohydrates | 22.3 g | 40.1 g | 15% | 62.7 −64% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0.9 g | 2.3 −78% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.1 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.7 g | 8.5 g | 30% | 9.3 −49% |
| Protein | 3.9 g | 7 g | 14% | 9.6 −59% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.1 −75% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 87 Barley products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other barley
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pearl barley
- Allergens
- Gluten
Product details
- Quantity
- 500 g
- Serving size
- 1 serving (180 g)
- Sold in
- Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169090916
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pearl Barley?
Pearl Barley contains 118 kcal per 100 g and about 212 kcal per serving (1 serving (180 g)).
How much sugar is in Pearl Barley?
Pearl Barley has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pearl Barley healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of B (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Pearl Barley vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Pearl Barley contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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