Is coconut rice healthy?

It can be a healthy option in moderation, especially paired with vegetables.

How can I use coconut rice?

Serve it as a side dish or with stir-fried dishes.

Yes, coconut rice can be cooked ahead and reheated.

Grains

Rice cooked in coconut milk for a creamy, tropical flavor, perfect as a side dish.

Pro 100 g

180 kcal

1 cup

284 kcal

(158 g)

Protein	Kohlenhydrate	Fett
3 g / 100g	36 g / 100g	5 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 6% · Carbs 72% · Fat 22%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (158 g, 284 kcal) is 14% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 69 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Coconut Rice is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g
Coconut Rice	180	3 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

Portion	Gramm	Kalorien
1 cup	158 g	284 kcal
100g	100 g	180 kcal

6/10

Enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet; rich in flavor and healthy fats.

Is coconut rice healthy?: It can be a healthy option in moderation, especially paired with vegetables.
How can I use coconut rice?: Serve it as a side dish or with stir-fried dishes.
Can I make coconut rice in advance?: Yes, coconut rice can be cooked ahead and reheated.

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