Nutrition that Counts

California Wild Rice is highly nutritious. In fact, thanks to the optimal conditions under which it is grown, Mother Nature has blessed this unusual grain with amazing qualities. Containing more than 12% protein uncooked, wild rice is significantly richer in protein than common white rice or most other grains. It is high in complex carbohydrates and is a good source of fiber. In contract, its sodium content is refreshingly low and one serving offers 10 percent of the U.S. RDA for iron. No wonder it has created such a stir among today’s health-conscious consumers! Wild rice is an important component of a balanced diet.

California Wild Rice Nutritional Information
(based on a 1/2-cup serving of cooked wild rice)
Protein 
16.91 g
Fat
1.241 g
Calories
410.345
Total Carbohydrate
86.092
         Dietary Fiber      7.126 grams
 
 
 
Minerals:
 
Calcium
24.138 mg
Phosphorus  
497.701 mg
Iron
2.253 mg
Potassium
489.655 mg
Magnesium
203.448 mg
Niacin
7.739 mg
Sodium
8.046 mg
 
 
Vitamins:
 
Riboflavin-Vitamin B2
0.301 mg
Niacin
7.739 mg
Vitamin E
0.943 mg
Vitamin B1
0.132 mg
Vitamin B6
0.449 mg
Niacin
7.739 mg
Source: USA Rice Federation 2006  


Comparative Nutritional Values of Rice

California Wild Rice is significantly richer in protein than white rice and most other grains including brown rice


Link to Comparative analysis

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