Calorie comparison
Couscous vs Oatmeal
Per 100 grams, oatmeal is the lighter choice by 41 calories, while couscous delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Couscous | Oatmeal |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 | 71 |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 23 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 1.5 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌾 Couscous
1 cup cooked (157 g)
176 cal
6 g protein · 36.1 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
🥣 Oatmeal
1 cup cooked (234 g)
166 cal
5.9 g protein · 28.1 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, couscous or oatmeal?
Per 100 g, couscous has 112 calories and oatmeal has 71. Oatmeal is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, couscous or oatmeal?
Couscous has 3.8 g of protein per 100 g; oatmeal has 2.5 g. Couscous wins on protein.
Is couscous or oatmeal better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward oatmeal — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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