Comparative Nutritional Values of Rice

Wild Rice is a very valuable food from a nutritional point of view. It is an excellent source of protein and these proteins are of a particular importance for our diet, as they contain all eight essential amino acids. Rice is also rich in complex carbohydrates, which are burned slowly, providing long-lasting energy. Rice contains important vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin E, Vitamin B, iron and magnesium

(Based on ½ cup uncooked rice)

Variety of Rice	Units	Wild Rice	Brown Rice	Long Grain Rice milled	Long Grain easy cook
Protein	grams	16.931	9.126	8.195	7.805
Fat	grams	1.241	3.356	0.759	0.644
Carbohydrate	grams	86.092	88.782	91.897	93.931
Fiber	grams	7.126	4.023	1.494	1.954
Calories	-	410.345	425.287	419.540	426.437
Minerals/Vitamins
Sodium	mg	8.046	8.046	5.747	5.747
Potassium	mg	489.655	256.322	132.184	137.931
Calcium	mg	24.138	26.437	32.184	68.966
Magnesium	mg	203.448	164.368	28.736	35.632
Iron	mg	2.253	1.690	0.920	1.724
Phosphorus	mg	497.701	382.759	132.184	156.322
Vitamin E	mg	0.943	1.379	0.126	0.034
Vitamin B1	mg	0.132	0.461	0.080	0.115
Vitamin B2	mg	0.301	0.107	0.056	0.080
Niacin	mg	7.739	5.852	1.839	4.175
Vitamin B6	mg	0.449	0.585	0.189	0.402

(Source USA Rice Federation 2006)

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California wild rice is a high-fiber complex carbohydrate, high in quality protein and fat-free. It has a delicious, nutty flavor and chewy texture. It’s not surprising today’s healthconscious consumers are exploring the culinary delights of California wild rice!
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