How many carbs are in a Bulgur, Cooked?
A 1 cup cooked (182g) serving of Bulgur, Cooked contains 33.8g of total carbs (25.6g net carbs), 0.2g sugar, 151 calories, 5.6g protein, 0.4g fat and 8.2g fiber.
- Calories
- 151 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 33.8 g
- of which Sugars
- 0.2 g
- Fiber
- 8.2 g
- Net carbs
- 25.6 g
- Protein
- 5.6 g
- Fat
- 0.4 g
Bulgur, Cooked nutrition at a glance
Per 1 cup cooked (182g), Bulgur, Cooked delivers about 8% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 12% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 29% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 0% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 11% of the 50g protein reference.
- Calories
- 83
- Carbs
- 18.6 g
- Sugar
- 0.1 g
- Protein
- 3.1 g
- Fat
- 0.2 g
- Fiber
- 4.5 g
Blood-sugar impact of Bulgur, Cooked
The fiber content slows glucose absorption, so the real glycemic impact is lower than the raw carb count suggests. A good option for steady energy.
With 33.8g total carbs and 8.2g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 1 cup cooked (182g) serving works out to roughly 25.6g — this is the number most keto and low-carb tracking apps use. If you're managing type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or reactive hypoglycemia, use total carbs for insulin dosing calculations and treat net carbs as a rough guide for meal planning.
Ways to eat Bulgur, Cooked
- Treat bulgur, cooked as your main carb source for the meal — skip additional bread, rice or pasta on the side.
- Split a full serving of bulgur, cooked into two smaller portions to keep post-meal glucose steadier.
- Pair bulgur, cooked with 20–30g of protein and some healthy fat to flatten the blood-sugar response.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bulgur, Cooked keto-friendly?
Not really. 25.6g net carbs per 1 cup cooked (182g) exceeds a full-day keto allowance for most people. It's a much better fit for a low-carb (100–150g/day) or balanced plan.
How many carbs in Bulgur, Cooked per 100 grams?
About 18.6g of carbs, 0.1g sugar and 83 calories per 100g of Bulgur, Cooked.
How does Bulgur, Cooked affect blood sugar?
The fiber content slows glucose absorption, so the real glycemic impact is lower than the raw carb count suggests. A good option for steady energy.
Is Bulgur, Cooked good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 151 calories with 5.6g protein and 8.2g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 9% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Bulgur, Cooked is a solid pick for a satiating, weight-loss-friendly meal.
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Open scannerSources & how these numbers are calculated
Nutrition values are consensus averages compiled from the USDA FoodData Central database for a typical 1 cup cooked (182g) serving of Bulgur, Cooked. Actual values vary with brand, variety, ripeness and preparation — always check the label on packaged products. Daily-value percentages reference the U.S. FDA 2,000-calorie adult reference (275g carbs, 50g added sugar, 50g protein, 78g fat, 28g fiber).
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