Calorie comparison
Couscous vs Pasta
Per 100 grams, couscous is the lighter choice by 46 calories, while pasta 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 | Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 | 158 |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 23 g | 31 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.9 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
🍝 Pasta
1 cup cooked (140 g)
221 cal
8.1 g protein · 43.4 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, couscous or pasta?
Per 100 g, couscous has 112 calories and pasta has 158. Couscous is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, couscous or pasta?
Couscous has 3.8 g of protein per 100 g; pasta has 5.8 g. Pasta wins on protein.
Is couscous or pasta 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 couscous — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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