Pearl barley: Nutrition Facts
Pearl barley is a cereal grain that has had its outer hull and bran layers polished off. It cooks into a chewy, mild-tasting base for soups, stews, and grain salads. The USDA SR Legacy entry below describes the raw, pearled form.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 352 | 9.9 | 77.7 | 15.6 | 1.2 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 352 (18%) | 9.9 (20%) | 77.7 (28%) | 15.6 (56%) | 1.2 (1%) |
| 1 cup dry (~200 g) | 704 (35%) | 19.8 (40%) | 155.4 (57%) | 31.2 (111%) | 2.3 (3%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 352 | 18% |
| Protein (g) | 9.9 | 20% |
| Carb (g) | 77.7 | 28% |
| Fiber (g) | 15.6 | 56% |
| Fat (g) | 1.2 | 1% |
How much protein in Pearl barley?
Pearl barley, pearled, raw, contains 9.9 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 cup dry (~200 g) serving therefore provides about 19.8 g of protein.
How many calories in Pearl barley?
Pearl barley, pearled, raw, supplies about 352 kcal per 100 g. A 1 cup dry (~200 g) serving works out to roughly 704 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 cup dry (~200 g): 704 kcal, 19.8 g protein, 2.3 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 170284, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Barley, pearled, raw - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29