How many carbs are in a Pearled Barley, Cooked?
A 1 cup cooked (157g) serving of Pearled Barley, Cooked contains 44.3g of total carbs (38.3g net carbs), 0.4g sugar, 193 calories, 3.6g protein, 0.7g fat and 6g fiber.
- Calories
- 193 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 44.3 g
- of which Sugars
- 0.4 g
- Fiber
- 6 g
- Net carbs
- 38.3 g
- Protein
- 3.6 g
- Fat
- 0.7 g
Pearled Barley, Cooked nutrition at a glance
Per 1 cup cooked (157g), Pearled Barley, Cooked delivers about 10% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 16% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 21% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 1% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 7% of the 50g protein reference.
- Calories
- 123
- Carbs
- 28.2 g
- Sugar
- 0.3 g
- Protein
- 2.3 g
- Fat
- 0.4 g
- Fiber
- 3.8 g
Blood-sugar impact of Pearled Barley, 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 44.3g total carbs and 6g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 1 cup cooked (157g) serving works out to roughly 38.3g — 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 Pearled Barley, Cooked
- Treat pearled barley, cooked as your main carb source for the meal — skip additional bread, rice or pasta on the side.
- Split a full serving of pearled barley, cooked into two smaller portions to keep post-meal glucose steadier.
- Pair pearled barley, cooked with 20–30g of protein and some healthy fat to flatten the blood-sugar response.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pearled Barley, Cooked keto-friendly?
Not really. 38.3g net carbs per 1 cup cooked (157g) 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 Pearled Barley, Cooked per 100 grams?
About 28.2g of carbs, 0.3g sugar and 123 calories per 100g of Pearled Barley, Cooked.
How does Pearled Barley, 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 Pearled Barley, Cooked good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 193 calories with 3.6g protein and 6g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 5% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Pearled Barley, Cooked is best paired with a lean protein or vegetables so the meal keeps you full for longer.
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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 (157g) serving of Pearled Barley, 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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