Sainsburys Basmati Rice by Sainsbury's

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Sainsburys Basmati Rice

by Sainsbury's 250g in Basmati rices Barcode 01793697

Basmati Microwave Rice

Nutri-Score
Good nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Sainsburys Basmati Rice by Sainsbury's provides 142 kcal per 100 g, with 0.4 g of sugars and 3 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is B and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Basmati rices category and comes in a 250g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
1.2 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.2 g · Low
Sugars
0.4 g · Low
Salt
0.2 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 1 portion (125 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 142 kcal 178 kcal 306 −53%
Total fat 1.2 g 1.5 g 2% 1.3 −10%
Saturated fat 0.2 g 0.3 g 2% 0.3 −17%
Carbohydrates 29.5 g 36.9 g 13% 65.6 −55%
Total sugars 0.4 g 0.5 g 0.4
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 0 −100%
Dietary fiber 0.9 g 1.1 g 4% 1.5 −41%
Protein 3 g 3.8 g 8% 7.1 −57%
Salt 0.2 g 0.2 g 0.1 +33%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1147 Basmati rices products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other basmati rices

Calories lower 11%
Sugars higher 39%
Salt higher 14%
Saturated fat higher 41%
Protein top 91%
Fiber top 73%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Cooked Parboiled Basmati Rice (98%), Vegetable Oil (Sunflower Oil, Rapeseed Oil), Salt.

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian

Product details

Quantity
250g
Serving size
1 portion (125 g)
Labels & certifications
VegetarianVegan
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
01793697

Prices reported by shoppers

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Sainsburys Basmati Rice?

Sainsburys Basmati Rice contains 142 kcal per 100 g and about 178 kcal per serving (1 portion (125 g)).

How much sugar is in Sainsburys Basmati Rice?

Sainsburys Basmati Rice has 0.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Sainsburys Basmati Rice healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of B (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Sainsburys Basmati Rice vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. 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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