An ancient grain with a chewy texture, excellent for soups and salads.
Calories per 1 cup cooked (157g)
193
kcal% Daily Value
Per 1 cup cooked (157g)
0.4g
sugar
A serving of Barley (1 cup cooked (157g)) contains 193kcal of calories, which is 10% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that barley is a low source of calories compared to other grains.
See how Barley compares to other grains foods.
per 1 medium (130g)
86
per 1 medium (150g)
77
per 1 cup cooked (158g)
130
per 1 cup cooked (195g)
216
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