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Rice milk
Calories & nutrition facts
unsweetened
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 47 kcal —
- Protein 0.3 g 1%
- Carbohydrate 8.9 g 3%
- Fat 1 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0.3 g 1%
- Sugars 5.3 g —
- Sodium 39 mg 2%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 63 µg 7%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 1 µg 5%
- Vitamin E 0.47 mg 3%
- Vitamin K 0.2 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.03 mg 2%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.14 mg 11%
- Niacin (B3) 0.39 mg 2%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.15 mg 3%
- Vitamin B6 0.04 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 2 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0.63 µg 26%
- Choline 2.1 mg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 118 mg 9%
- Iron 0.2 mg 1%
- Magnesium 11 mg 3%
- Phosphorus 56 mg 4%
- Potassium 27 mg 1%
- Zinc 0.13 mg 1%
- Copper 0.04 mg 4%
- Manganese 0.28 mg 12%
- Selenium 2.2 µg 4%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 47 | 0.3 g | 8.9 g | 1 g |
| 1 × fl oz (approximate weight, 1 serving) | 240 g | 113 | 0.7 g | 21 g | 2.3 g |
| 2 × fl oz (approximate weight, 1 serving) | 480 g | 226 | 1.3 g | 43 g | 4.7 g |
| ½ × fl oz (approximate weight, 1 serving) | 120 g | 56 | 0.3 g | 11 g | 1.2 g |
| 3 × fl oz (approximate weight, 1 serving) | 720 g | 338 | 2 g | 64 g | 7 g |
| 4 × fl oz (approximate weight, 1 serving) | 960 g | 451 | 2.7 g | 85 g | 9.3 g |
Similar foods
- Rice drinkunsweetened59 kcal / 100 g
- Plain rice beverageunsweetened, fortified, shelf-stable48 kcal / 100 g
- Rice beverageflavoured70 kcal / 100 g
- Almond milkunsweetened, shelf stable15 kcal / 100 g
- Vanilla rice beverageunsweetened, fortified, shelf-stable61 kcal / 100 g
- Coconut milkunsweetened23 kcal / 100 g
- Oat milkunsweetened28 kcal / 100 g
- Almond drinkunsweetened24 kcal / 100 g
- Plain rice drinkprepacked52 kcal / 100 g
- Soya milknon-dairy alternative to milk, unsweetened, fortified26 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Rice milk
Can you use rice milk in tea and coffee?
Yes, but it can taste sweeter and thinner than dairy milk, and it may split in very hot or acidic coffee. Warm it gently and pour it in slowly; a barista-style version usually froths more reliably.
Can you cook with rice milk?
Use it in porridge, pancakes, custards and creamy soups much as you would other milk alternatives. Its natural sweetness suits puddings and baking; in savoury sauces, choose an unsweetened version and thicken it with a little flour or cornflour.
How should you store rice milk after opening?
Keep opened rice milk refrigerated, close the carton tightly and use it within the time stated on its packaging. Shake it before pouring, as added calcium and other minerals can settle.
Is rice milk suitable for babies and young children?
Rice milk is not a suitable replacement for breast milk or infant formula, and it is low in protein. For young children, ask a qualified health professional before using it as their main milk drink; rice-based drinks are generally avoided for children under five because of arsenic exposure concerns.
Can you freeze rice milk?
You can freeze it, but thawed rice milk often separates and turns grainy. Freeze it in small portions for cooking, then thaw it in the fridge and shake or blend it well; it may not be pleasant to drink on its own.
Can rice milk replace cow’s milk in a recipe?
Usually, yes: use the same volume in pancakes, baking and sauces, but expect a lighter texture and a sweeter result. For a savoury recipe, choose unsweetened rice milk; for a creamy sauce, you may need extra thickener.
How does rice milk compare with soya milk for protein?
Soya milk has much more protein: 2.4 g per 100 g, compared with 0.3 g in rice milk. Rice milk is usually sweeter and more carbohydrate-rich, so the two do not behave quite the same in cooking.
Does rice milk contain gluten or lactose?
Rice milk is naturally free from lactose, and rice itself is gluten-free. If you need to avoid gluten strictly, choose a carton labelled gluten-free, since ingredients or production equipment can introduce traces.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171942 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
