Couscous: Nutrition Facts
Couscous is small granules of steamed and dried durum-wheat semolina. The figures here are for dry (uncooked) couscous, USDA standard reference.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 376 | 12.8 | 77.4 | 5.0 | 0.6 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 376 (19%) | 12.8 (26%) | 77.4 (28%) | 5.0 (18%) | 0.6 (1%) |
| 1 cup, dry (~173 g) | 650 (33%) | 22.1 (44%) | 134.0 (49%) | 8.7 (31%) | 1.1 (1%) |
| 100 g | 376 (19%) | 12.8 (26%) | 77.4 (28%) | 5.0 (18%) | 0.6 (1%) |
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) | 376 | 19% |
| Protein (g) | 12.8 | 26% |
| Carb (g) | 77.4 | 28% |
| Fiber (g) | 5.0 | 18% |
| Fat (g) | 0.6 | 1% |
How much protein in Couscous?
Couscous, dry, contains 12.8 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 cup, dry (~173 g) serving therefore provides about 22.1 g of protein.
How many calories in Couscous?
Couscous, dry, supplies about 376 kcal per 100 g. A 1 cup, dry (~173 g) serving works out to roughly 650 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 cup, dry (~173 g): 650 kcal, 22.1 g protein, 1.1 g fat
- 100 g: 376 kcal, 12.8 g protein, 0.6 g fat
Related guides
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 169699, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Couscous, dry - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29