Foods/Grains & Pasta/Barley

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Barley

1 medium · 178 g219 kcal

A grains & pasta that's a strong source of Iron and Selenium.

Macros

Per serving

219 kcal

Energy

Protein

50.2g

Carbs

0.8g

Fat

6.8g

Fiber

Protein 4 gCarbs 50.2 gFat 0.8 g

123 kcal / 100 g. That’s the food’s true density — why the per-serving and per-100 g views differ.

What a serving covers

% of a day’s needs

Per 1 medium (178 g), as a share of a reference adult — male, 35, moderately active.

30%

28%

23%

21%

20%

16%

Good source of (≥ 20% RDA)

IronSeleniumNiacin (B3)CopperManganese

Pairs well with

What fills barley’s gaps?

Barley is lighter on Vitamin D, Calcium — these round it out into a fuller glass.

a fuller
glass

Hemp seedsAdds Omega-3 ALA & Magnesium+ Omega-3 ALA+ Magnesium+ Omega-6 Linoleic 2% milkAdds Vitamin B12 & Iodine+ Vitamin B12+ Iodine+ Calcium KaleAdds Vitamin K & Vitamin C+ Vitamin K+ Vitamin C+ Vitamin A

Build this into your day

Pairings are computed from the solver.

How much to use

The realistic dose

A serving or two fits comfortably.

Serving: 1 medium = 178 g

Generous to use, with room before it crowds out variety.

Common questions

Barley, in brief

How many calories are in barley?

1 medium (178 g) of barley has about 219 calories.

What is barley a good source of?

Barley is a good source of Iron, Selenium, Niacin (B3), Copper, and 1 more nutrients.

Is barley good in a smoothie?

S8D usually places barley as a meal-role food alongside the smoothie.

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Nutrient guides

Iron Selenium Niacin (B3) Copper Manganese Vitamin B6

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