Long grain wild rice
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Long grain wild rice by Zatarain's scores 8/10 for Brain Health based on low sugar supports brain function.
Long grain wild rice by Zatarain's provides 348 calories, 9.1g protein, 0.8g fat, and 77.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.6g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Brain Health, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 1.5g per 100g.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (2260mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Long grain wild rice by Zatarain's sits near the middle of the rice category with 348 kcal per 100g (category avg: 350).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 348 kcal per 100g (category avg: 350)
- •Protein: 9.1g per 100g (category avg: 6.4g)
- •Sugars: 1.5g per 100g (category avg: 1.3g)
- •Fiber: 3.0g per 100g (category avg: 2.3g)
- •Sodium: 2260mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 2260mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 4520mg — roughly 197% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Long grain wild rice doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the rice category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Enriched long grain parboiled rice (rice, iron, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid), wild rice, onion, salt, yeast extract, garlic, spices (including turmeric, red pepper), tamari soy sauce (soybean, salt), sugar, brown sugar & natural flavor.