Bulgur

Dry Bulgur Wheat

Bulgur, dry

Nutrition Facts & Macros

Amount Per ServingPer 0.5 cup (70g)
Calories 255Calories from Fat 10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g1%
Saturated Fat 0g1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated (PUFA) 0.4g
Omega-3 Fat 0g0%
Omega-6 Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 12mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 53g19%
Dietary Fiber 9g31%
Sugar 0g
Alcohol 0g
Protein 9g7%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Vitamin D 0IU0%
Iron 1.7mg10%
Calcium 25mg2%
Vitamin B-12 0mcg0%
Vitamin B-6 0.2mg14%
Vitamin K 1mcg1%
Vitamin E 0mg0%
Vitamin A 6IU0%
Folate 19mcg5%
Potassium 287mg6%
Magnesium 115mg27%
Zinc 1.4mg12%
Niacin 3.6mg18%
Riboflavin 0.1mg6%
Thiamin 0.2mg14%
Phosphorus 210mg17%
Selenium 2mcg3%
Manganese 2.1mg93%
Copper 0.2mg26%
Choline 20mg4%
Pantothenic acid 0.7mg15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

Calories per gram: Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4

Other Nutrients

Per 0.5 cup (70g)

Ash1.1g
Water6.3g
Caffeine0mg
Theobromine0mg
Energy1001.7kJ
Retinol0mcg
Vitamin A, RAE0mcg
Carotene, beta3.5mcg
Carotene, alpha0mcg
Vitamin D (D2 + D3)0mcg
Cryptoxanthin, beta0mcg
Lycopene0mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin154mcg
Folic acid0mcg
Folate, food18.9mcg
Folate, DFE18.9mcg
Tryptophan0.1g
Threonine0.2g
Isoleucine0.3g
Leucine0.6g
Lysine0.2g
Methionine0.1g
Cystine0.2g
Phenylalanine0.4g
Tyrosine0.3g
Valine0.4g
Arginine0.4g
Histidine0.2g
Alanine0.3g
Aspartic acid0.4g
Glutamic acid2.7g
Glycine0.3g
Proline0.9g
Serine0.4g
Vitamin E, added0mg
Vitamin B-12, added0mcg
DHA0g
EPA0g

Source: USDA Nutrient Database. Protein daily value based on ISSN Position Stand for an individual weighing ~150 lbs.

Bulgur FAQ

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Is bulgur gluten free?

No, bulgur wheat is not gluten free. It is made from whole wheat kernels that have been cracked into small pieces. Since wheat contains gluten, bulgur wheat also contains gluten and is not suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Is bulgur wheat high in carbs?

Yes, bulgur wheat is relatively high in carbs. A cup of cooked bulgur wheat contains approximately 34 grams of carbohydrates, which is about 11% of the recommended daily intake based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

Is bulgur wheat high in fiber?

Yes, bulgur wheat is high in fiber. A cup of cooked bulgur wheat contains approximately 8 grams of dietary fiber, which is about 32% of the recommended daily intake for women and 21% for men. This makes bulgur wheat an excellent source of dietary fiber.

Is bulgur wheat high in protein?

Yes, bulgur wheat has a good amount of protein. A cup of cooked bulgur wheat provides about 5.6 grams of protein. Though not as high as legumes or meat, it does contribute to the recommended daily intake which is 46 grams for women and 56 grams for men.

Is bulgur wheat low FODMAP?

No, bulgur wheat is not considered a low FODMAP food. FODMAP are a collection of short chain carbohydrates and sugar alcohols that are present in some foods and can be hard for some people to digest. Although not all individuals are sensitive to FODMAP, those with irritable bowel syndrome may need to avoid bulgur wheat. As always, it’s important to listen to your body and see how it responds to different foods.

Is dry bulgur wheat keto?

No, dry bulgur wheat is not keto-friendly. This is because one cup of cooked bulgur contains about 33.8 grams of carbohydrates, which is significantly higher than the maximum daily carb intake recommended in a ketogenic diet, which is typically less than 50 grams per day.

Is bulgur wheat vegan?

Yes, bulgur wheat is vegan. It contains no animal products or byproducts, making it a suitable source of nutrients for those following a vegan diet.

Is bulgur high in potassium?

Yes, bulgur wheat is a good source of potassium. One cup of cooked bulgur wheat contains approximately 124 milligrams of potassium. The daily recommended intake of potassium for adults is 4700 milligrams, thus making bulgur wheat provide about 2.6% of the daily value.

Is bulgur paleo?

No, bulgur wheat is not considered paleo. The paleo diet excludes grains, and bulgur is a type of whole grain.

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