1 serving (100 grams) contains 123 calories, 2.3 grams of protein, 0.4 grams of fat, and 28.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 56 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 186 mg | 3% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Pearl barley
Pearl barley is a versatile grain with a mild, nutty flavor, commonly used in soups, stews, salads, and risottos. Originating from cultivated barley, this grain undergoes a polishing process to remove its outer hull and bran layers, making it quicker to cook but less fibrous than hulled barley. Despite this, pearl barley remains nutrient-dense, providing a good source of fiber, protein, B vitamins, iron, and magnesium. Its high beta-glucan content supports heart health by helping to lower cholesterol levels. The slow-digesting carbohydrates in pearl barley promote sustained energy and blood sugar control, making it a good choice for those managing diabetes. While it’s a healthy addition to most diets, those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease should avoid it, as it contains gluten. With its origins rooted in global cuisines like Middle Eastern, European, and Asian, pearl barley offers both nutrition and culinary adaptability.
