"Basmati rice is claimed to be healthier than white rice. Therefore, it is necessary to
know the various nutritional content and the benefits offered when consuming it
regularly."
Have you ever eaten briyani rice? When you look at the rice, the shape is different from what
you usually eat everyday. Well, this rice comes from basmati rice, which is longer and
slimmer in size.
However, many people don't know that basmati rice is rich in healthy nutrients. This of
course can provide benefits for people who regularly consume it.
Nutritional Content of Basmati Rice
It should be understood that the nutrients contained in basmati rice vary depending on the
type. However, these foods are rich in carbohydrates, calories, and various micronutrients,
such as folate, thiamine, and selenium.
In one cup of this rice, or the equivalent of 163 grams, which has been cooked, the
ingredients consist of:
Calories by 210.
Carbohydrates of 45.6 grams.
Protein of 4.4 grams.
Fat of 0.5 grams.
Fiber of 0.7 grams.
Sodium of 399 mg.
In addition, there are various daily nutrients that the body can fulfill from consuming this rice,
namely:
Folate which is equivalent to 24% of daily needs.
Copper which is equivalent to 12% of the daily requirement.
Iron which is equivalent to 11% of daily needs.
Vitamin B6 which is equivalent to 9% of daily needs.
Zinc which is equivalent to 7% of daily needs.
Phosphorus equivalent to 6% of daily needs.
Magnesium which is equivalent to 5% of daily needs.
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) which is equivalent to 22% of the daily requirement.