Rice, white, Italian Arborio risotto, raw

Italian Arborio rice is a type of white rice used to make risotto. The figures here describe the rice in its raw, uncooked form. It mainly provides carbohydrate, with 85g per 100g, alongside 6.4g of protein and 1.4g of fibre. Its energy content is 1509 kJ per 100g.

Carbohydrate is a source of energy for the body, while protein supports the maintenance and repair of tissues. Rice absorbs water during cooking, so the figures for raw rice do not directly represent the same weight of cooked rice. Ingredients added to risotto, such as stock, butter and cheese, can change its salt, saturated fat and energy content. Full nutrient figures for the raw rice are in the tables below.