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Rice dish tailored for athletes, typically boiled white rice with minimal oil, low fat, high carbohydrate.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Athlete rice (200 g) has 260 calories. That works out to 130 calories per 100 g. It contains 57 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Manganese covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
260
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
57g
· 21% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 8% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.16 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 57 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 260 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 400 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 130 calories per 100 g.
Athlete rice is a simple rice dish, usually made with boiled white rice and little or no added oil. It is used as a convenient carbohydrate-focused meal by athletes, and recipes can vary in rice type and seasoning.
Cook rinsed white rice in water with little or no oil until tender, then let it rest covered so the grains finish steaming. Keep the seasoning simple, or add herbs for flavor without turning it into a richer pilaf.
Yes, Athlete rice can work as a pre-workout meal because it provides carbohydrates. Have it with enough time to digest before training; eating a large serving immediately beforehand may feel uncomfortable for some people.
Yes, Athlete rice can be part of a post-workout meal. Pair it with a protein source such as eggs, fish, chicken, tofu, or beans, rather than relying on plain rice alone for a more complete meal.
Plain white rice is the usual choice for Athlete rice because it cooks into a mild, easy-to-pair staple. Long-grain rice tends to stay separate, while shorter-grain varieties can be stickier; choose based on the texture you prefer.
Rinse the rice before cooking and avoid adding excess water to keep Athlete rice from turning mushy. Use a pot with a tight-fitting lid, avoid stirring repeatedly, and let the cooked rice rest covered before fluffing it.
Serve Athlete rice with a protein food such as fish, eggs, chicken, tofu, or beans, plus vegetables. This gives a plain rice dish more variety and makes it easier to build a satisfying meal around it.
Refrigerate Athlete rice promptly in a covered container and aim to eat it within a day. Rice left at room temperature for a long time can become unsafe, so discard it if it was not cooled and stored promptly.
Yes, Athlete rice can be frozen. Cool it promptly, portion it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and reheat it until steaming hot throughout; freezing may slightly change the texture, especially if the rice was already soft.
People with diabetes can eat Athlete rice, but white rice may raise blood glucose quickly. A smaller portion alongside vegetables and protein can make the meal more balanced; follow an individual meal plan from a healthcare professional.
Vitamins
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B5
0.26mg · 5% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.8mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
52mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 260 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Athlete rice is a simple rice dish made with white rice, usually boiled with little oil. It is not tied to one regional cuisine or a fixed traditional recipe; the name describes a practical, training-focused preparation found in sports meal planning.
Soft and mild in flavour, it is often served as a base for chicken, fish, eggs or beans, with vegetables on the side. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and is low in fat and fibre. For a more balanced plate, pair it with a protein-rich food and vegetables; keeping added oil modest preserves its light character.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.