1 tablespoon (medium) of Rice Husk (6 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 40 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Rice Husk Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 3% DV

Protein

· 6% DV

Fat

0.7g

· 1% DV

Fiber

35g

· 125% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 24% · Fat 12%

Rice Husk Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.02mg · 2% DV

0.03mg · 2% DV

0.01mg · 1% DV

0.2mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

Magnesium

30mg · 7% DV

Iron

1mg · 6% DV

Phosphorus

40mg · 6% DV

How Nutritious Is Rice Husk?

Nutrient density

Low

5/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

High

71/ 100

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.

Rice Husk Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Rice Husk

To burn the 40 calories in 100 g:

🚶

10min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

4min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

5min

Cycling

🏊

5min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Rice Husk Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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 Rice Husk Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Rice Husk Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Rice Husk Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.15g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.18g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.32g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).

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Foods Similar to Rice Husk

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Bulgur Pilaf

120 kcal

🍝

Whole wheat pasta

124 kcal

🥖

Breadstick

410 kcal

🥯

Simit

340 kcal

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Granola

450 kcal

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Rice Pilaf

150 kcal

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Basmati Rice Pilaf

140 kcal

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Pasta (Boiled)

155 kcal

Frequently Asked Questions About Rice Husk

How many calories are in rice husk?

Rice husk contains 40 calories per 100 g. The same amount provides 3 g of protein, 8 g of carbohydrates, and 0.7 g of fat.

Is rice husk suitable for a gluten-free diet?

Yes, rice husk is compatible with a gluten-free diet. It is also listed as suitable for vegan, vegetarian, paleo, and Mediterranean-style diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026