Lemon Rice Calories and Nutrition
Also known as: Chitranna
1 bowl (~180 g) of Lemon Rice contains 248 calories, 4.7g protein, 47g carbs and 4g fat — a vegan dish in the rice dishes category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 bowl (~180 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137.6 kcal | 247.7 kcal |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 4.7 g |
| Carbs | 26.1 g | 47 g |
| Fat | 2.2 g | 4 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 2.2 g |
| Sugar | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 119 mg | 214.2 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.7 g |
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How Lemon Rice fits in your diet
A 1 bowl (~180 g) of lemon rice contributes about 12% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 9% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with rice, lemon, peanuts, turmeric, mustard seeds, curry leaves.
Cooked rice tossed with lemon juice, turmeric, peanuts and curry leaves. For a balanced Indian plate, pair it with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs or chicken), a sabzi and a small portion of curd or salad. Restaurant or street-style versions can run 20–40% higher in calories because of extra oil, ghee or cream — adjust portion size accordingly.
Cuisine region: south indian.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Lemon Rice?
Lemon Rice has roughly 297 kcal per 1 bowl (~180 g) (about 165 kcal per 100 g). Macros: 6.3g protein, 52.2g carbs, 7.2g fat.
Is Lemon Rice good for weight loss?
Moderate. Lemon Rice at 297 kcal per serving fits a calorie-counted diet if portioned correctly. Pair with protein and fibre to slow digestion.
How much protein is in Lemon Rice?
Lemon Rice delivers about 6.3g protein per 1 bowl (~180 g). Pair with dal, paneer, eggs or chicken to hit a complete protein target.
Can diabetics eat Lemon Rice?
Diabetics can eat lemon rice in controlled portions. The 52.2g of carbs per serving is significant — eat with protein and fibre, and check post-meal glucose.
How does Lemon Rice fit into a balanced Indian meal?
Lemon Rice sits well alongside dal, a vegetable sabzi, curd and a small green salad. Keep the plate balanced — roughly half vegetables, a quarter protein source, a quarter starches — and you will hit your macros without overeating.
Sources
Nutrition values for lemon rice are sourced from Open Food Facts. Per-100 g figures scaled to the selected serving above.
Primary reference: View on Open Food Facts
Updated: 17/5/2026