Overview
Overview One serving of carbohydrate food has about 15 grams of carbohydrates. Typically if a food has 8 to 22 grams of carbohydrates per serving, it is considered to be 1 serving of carbohydrates.
Foods that contain carbohydrates are grouped into the following categories. The carbohydrate content is listed in grams (g). If you eat a larger portion, count it as more than one serving.
The carbohydrate content of sweets varies according to the ingredients. Talk with a registered dietitian about how to work desserts and other sugary foods into your meal plan.
Carbohydrate foods Type of food
Grams (g) per serving
One serving equals:
Bread, cereal, rice, pasta, beans
15
1 slice bread (1 oz) 1/4 large bagel 3/4 cup crispy rice cereal 3/4 cup cooked wheat cereal 1/3 cup cooked rice 1/2 cup cooked pasta Starchy vegetables
15
1/2 cup cooked beans, lentils, or peas 1/2 cup cooked corn 1/2 cup mashed potatoes Fruits
15
1 small apple or medium orange 1/2 large banana 1/2 cup chopped, cooked, or canned fruit 1/2 cup apple, grapefruit, orange, or cranberry juice 2 tablespoons raisins Milk and yogurt
15
1 cup milk 3/4 cup plain yogurt Non-starchy vegetables
5
1 cup raw leafy vegetables 1 cup cooked, or chopped raw vegetables 1/2 cup vegetable juice
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Current as of: September 20, 2023
