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Couscous Calories
Quick-cooking granular wheat pasta, staple in North African cuisine
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POTASSIUM
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Couscous Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
112
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
23.2g
· 85%
Protein
3.8g
· 14%
Fat
0.2g
· 1%
Fiber
1.4g
Couscous Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B3
0.9mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
B5
0.22mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
58mg · 2% DV
Couscous Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Couscous Processed?
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.
Does Couscous Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Couscous Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Couscous Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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Couscous — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in couscous, and is it good for a diet?
Couscous has 112 calories per 100 g. It is also low in fat at 0.2 g per 100 g, so it can fit into a diet depending on portion size and overall meal balance.
Does couscous contain gluten, and what is its glycemic index?
Yes, couscous contains gluten, so it is not suitable for people avoiding gluten. Its glycemic index is 65.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.