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10 Rice-Based Dishes Under 400 Calories

Published September 2, 2020
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Whole-grain rice — any form of rice that contains the germ, bran and endosperm — is not only a good source of filling fiber, but it also contains a variety of vitamins and minerals. Both white and brown rice can be a healthy addition to your diet, especially when paired with lean proteins and veggies. These delicious rice-based recipes all clock in under 400 calories per serving and feature up to 41 grams of protein.

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1. CHICKEN AND KIMCHI FRIED RICE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 396; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 148mg; Sodium: 607mg; Carbohydrate: 44g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 30g

2. SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 368; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 8mg; Sodium: 378mg; Carbohydrate: 37g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 41g

3. INSTANT POT TOFU AND VEGETABLE FRIED RICE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

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Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 386; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 46mg; Sodium: 436mg; Carbohydrate: 54g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 14g

4. BROCCOLI AND BROWN RICE VEGAN CASSEROLE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 261; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 356mg; Carbohydrate: 36g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 15g

5. SMOKED SALMON BROWN RICE BALLS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 286; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 262mg; Carbohydrate: 47g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 12g

6. CHICKPEA VEGETABLE CURRY | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 385; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 120mg; Carbohydrate: 58g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 16g

7. TUNA POKE | LENTINE ALEXIS FOR MYFITNESSPAL

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 342; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 29mg; Sodium: 472mg; Carbohydrate: 54g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 17g

8. HERBY SHRIMP THAI-RICE SALAD WITH PEANUT SAUCE | LENTINE ALEXIS FOR MYFITNESSPAL

Nutrition (per serving without peanut sauce): Calories: 270; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 221mg; Sodium: 330mg; Carbohydrate: 30g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 27g

9. EASY BROCCOLI-SPINACH RISOTTO | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 301; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 11mg; Sodium: 676mg; Carbohydrate: 49g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 10g

10. RICE WITH TOMATO AND OATS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 132; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 38mg; Carbohydrates: 26g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 5g

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