Halal Grains Guide
35 items classified under standard Halal guidelines.
This guide covers all 35 grains classified under Halal guidelines. Halal evaluates foods primarily by compliance with Islamic dietary law, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Grains are universally compatible with Halal. Each item listed here is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Amaranth | Allowed | 23kcal |
| Arrowroot Powder | Allowed | 65kcal |
| Bagel | Allowed | 264kcal |
| Barley | Allowed | 352kcal |
| Buckwheat | Allowed | 343kcal |
| Burrito | Allowed | 219kcal |
| Corn | Allowed | 86kcal |
| Corn Flakes | Allowed | 44kcal |
| Cornmeal | Allowed | 398kcal |
| Cornstarch | Allowed | 381kcal |
| Croutons | Allowed | 407kcal |
| English Muffin | Allowed | 227kcal |
| Fried Rice | Allowed | 174kcal |
| Granola Bars | Allowed | 471kcal |
| Millet | Allowed | 378kcal |
| Naan | Allowed | 311kcal |
| Nachos | Allowed | 265kcal |
| Oat Flour | Allowed | 404kcal |
| Oats | Allowed | 379kcal |
| Pancakes | Allowed | 282kcal |
| Pasta | Allowed | 371kcal |
| Pita Bread | Allowed | 457kcal |
| Pizza | Allowed | 280kcal |
| Quinoa | Allowed | 120kcal |
| Rice | Allowed | 392kcal |
| Rice Cakes | Allowed | 392kcal |
| Rice Crackers | Allowed | 416kcal |
| Rice Noodles | Allowed | 364kcal |
| Rye Bread | Allowed | 338kcal |
| Sourdough Bread | Allowed | 272kcal |
| Spelt | Allowed | 127kcal |
| Tacos | Allowed | 170kcal |
| Tapioca Starch | Allowed | 358kcal |
| Waffles | Allowed | 309kcal |
| Wheat Flour | Allowed | 332kcal |
Classification Breakdown
35 Allowed — These grains are permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product.
Commonly missed: alcohol in cooking (vanilla extract, wine reductions) and pork-derived gelatin in Western markets.
Allowed Grains (35)
Amaranth
AllowedWith 23kcal calories per 100g, Amaranth earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Among the 35 items in this category, amaranth sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Corn Flakes at 44kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Arrowroot Powder
AllowedWith 65kcal calories per 100g, Arrowroot Powder earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Among the 35 items in this category, arrowroot powder sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Corn at 86kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Bagel
AllowedWith 264kcal calories per 100g, Bagel earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 10.6g protein and 422mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between English Muffin and Nachos for calories, ranking 11 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Barley
AllowedBarley is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 352kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9.9g protein and 15.6g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Buckwheat and Tapioca Starch for calories, ranking 21 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Buckwheat
AllowedWith 343kcal calories per 100g, Buckwheat earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, buckwheat also provides 13.2g protein and 10g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Rye Bread and Barley for calories, ranking 20 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Burrito
AllowedWith 219kcal calories per 100g, Burrito earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 11.1g protein and 8.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Fried Rice and English Muffin for calories, ranking 9 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Corn
AllowedWith 86kcal calories per 100g, Corn earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Among the 35 items in this category, corn sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Quinoa at 120kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Corn (raw) | 86kcal | 3.3g | 1.4g | 18.7g | 2g |
| Sweet Corn (canned) | 67kcal | 2.3g | 1.2g | 14.3g | 2g |
Corn Flakes
AllowedWith 44kcal calories per 100g, Corn Flakes earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Among the 35 items in this category, corn flakes sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Arrowroot Powder at 65kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cornmeal
AllowedAt 398kcal calories per 100g, Cornmeal falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, cornmeal also provides 10.4g protein and 5.4g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Rice Cakes at 392kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cornstarch
AllowedWith 381kcal calories per 100g, Cornstarch earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Oats at 379kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Croutons
AllowedAt 407kcal calories per 100g, Croutons falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.9g protein and 6.6g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Oat Flour at 404kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
English Muffin
AllowedAt 227kcal calories per 100g, English Muffin falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.9g protein and 3.5g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Burrito and Bagel for calories, ranking 10 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Fried Rice
AllowedWith 174kcal calories per 100g, Fried Rice earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 387mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 35 items in this category, fried rice sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Burrito at 219kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Granola Bars
AllowedWith 471kcal calories per 100g, Granola Bars earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, granola bars also provides 10.1g protein and 19.8g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Pita Bread at 457kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Millet
AllowedMillet is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 378kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11g protein and 8.5g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pasta and Oats for calories, ranking 25 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Naan
AllowedNaan is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 311kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.1g protein and 7.3g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Waffles and Wheat Flour for calories, ranking 17 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Nachos
AllowedNachos is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 265kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.6g protein and 15.9g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Bagel and Sourdough Bread for calories, ranking 12 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oat Flour
AllowedAt 404kcal calories per 100g, Oat Flour falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14.7g protein and 9.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cornmeal at 398kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oats
AllowedWith 379kcal calories per 100g, Oats earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 13.2g protein and 6.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Millet and Cornstarch for calories, ranking 26 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolled Oats (dry) | 379kcal | 13.2g | 6.5g | 67.7g | 10.1g |
| Oatmeal (cooked) | 379kcal | 13.2g | 6.5g | 67.7g | 10.1g |
Pancakes
AllowedWith 282kcal calories per 100g, Pancakes earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, pancakes also provides 7.4g protein and 12.1g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pizza and Waffles for calories, ranking 15 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pasta
AllowedWith 371kcal calories per 100g, Pasta earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 13g protein and 3.2g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Rice Noodles and Millet for calories, ranking 24 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Pasta (cooked) | 157kcal | 5.8g | 0.9g | 30.6g | 1.8g |
| Whole Wheat Pasta (cooked) | 159kcal | 5.8g | 1.5g | 31.5g | 4.6g |
Pita Bread
AllowedPita Bread is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 457kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.8g protein and 15.2g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Rice Crackers at 416kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pizza
AllowedPizza is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 280kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.7g protein and 12.6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Sourdough Bread and Pancakes for calories, ranking 14 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Quinoa
AllowedQuinoa is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 120kcal calories per 100g. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 2.8g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 35 items in this category, quinoa sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Spelt at 127kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 368kcal | 14.1g | 6.1g | 64.2g | 7g |
| Cooked | 120kcal | 4.4g | 1.9g | 21.3g | 2.8g |
Rice
AllowedRice is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 392kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.1g protein and 4.2g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cornstarch at 381kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Rice (cooked) | 130kcal | 2.7g | 0.3g | 28.2g | 0.4g |
| Brown Rice (cooked) | 112kcal | 2.3g | 0.8g | 23.5g | 1.8g |
Rice Cakes
AllowedWith 392kcal calories per 100g, Rice Cakes earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, rice cakes also provides 7.1g protein and 4.2g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Rice at 392kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Rice Crackers
AllowedWith 416kcal calories per 100g, Rice Crackers earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 10g protein and 233mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Croutons at 407kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Rice Noodles
AllowedWith 364kcal calories per 100g, Rice Noodles earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 6g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Tapioca Starch and Pasta for calories, ranking 23 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Rye Bread
AllowedRye Bread is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 338kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.3g protein and 15.1g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Wheat Flour and Buckwheat for calories, ranking 19 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sourdough Bread
AllowedSourdough Bread is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 272kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.8g protein and 2.2g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Nachos and Pizza for calories, ranking 13 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Spelt
AllowedWith 127kcal calories per 100g, Spelt earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, spelt also provides 5.5g protein and 3.9g fiber per 100g. Among the 35 items in this category, spelt sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Tacos at 170kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tacos
AllowedTacos is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 170kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.7g protein and 9.2g fat per serving. Among the 35 items in this category, tacos sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Fried Rice at 174kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tapioca Starch
AllowedWith 358kcal calories per 100g, Tapioca Starch earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Within this category, it falls between Barley and Rice Noodles for calories, ranking 22 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Waffles
AllowedWaffles is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 309kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.4g protein and 9.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pancakes and Naan for calories, ranking 16 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Wheat Flour
AllowedWheat Flour is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 332kcal calories per 100g. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 9.6g protein and 13.1g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Naan and Rye Bread for calories, ranking 18 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central