Vegetarian Grains Guide
35 items classified under standard Vegetarian guidelines.
This guide covers all 35 grains classified under Vegetarian guidelines. Vegetarian evaluates foods primarily by whether the food is the flesh of an animal, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Grains are universally compatible with Vegetarian. Each item listed here is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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 either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey).
Lacto-ovo vegetarian includes dairy and eggs. Hidden traps: animal rennet in cheese, anchovies in Worcestershire, lard in baked goods.
Allowed Grains (35)
Amaranth
AllowedAmaranth is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 23kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedArrowroot Powder is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 65kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedBagel is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 264kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedWith 352kcal calories per 100g, Barley earns a Allowed classification on Vegetarian. It is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Beyond the primary classification, barley also provides 9.9g protein and 15.6g fiber per 100g. 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 Vegetarian. It is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedBurrito is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 219kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.1g protein and 8.5g fat per serving. 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 Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedCorn Flakes is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 44kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedCornmeal is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 398kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 10.4g protein and 5.4g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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 Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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 Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedEnglish Muffin is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 227kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedAt 174kcal calories per 100g, Fried Rice falls into the Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Nutritionally, it also delivers 387mg sodium per serving. 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
AllowedAt 471kcal calories per 100g, Granola Bars falls into the Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedAt 378kcal calories per 100g, Millet falls into the Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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 Vegetarian, with 311kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedWith 265kcal calories per 100g, Nachos earns a Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 7.6g protein and 15.9g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Bagel and Sourdough Bread for calories, ranking 12 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oat Flour
AllowedWith 404kcal calories per 100g, Oat Flour earns a Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 14.7g protein and 9.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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
AllowedAt 379kcal calories per 100g, Oats falls into the Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Nutritionally, it also delivers 13.2g protein and 6.5g fat per serving. 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
AllowedPancakes is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 282kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 7.4g protein and 12.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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 Vegetarian. It is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Beyond the primary classification, pasta also provides 13g protein and 3.2g fiber per 100g. 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 Vegetarian, with 457kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedWith 280kcal calories per 100g, Pizza earns a Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 11.7g protein and 12.6g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Sourdough Bread and Pancakes for calories, ranking 14 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Quinoa
AllowedWith 120kcal calories per 100g, Quinoa earns a Allowed classification on Vegetarian. It is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Beyond the primary classification, quinoa also provides 2.8g fiber per 100g. 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 Vegetarian, with 392kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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 Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 7.1g protein and 4.2g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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
AllowedRice Crackers is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 416kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Nutritionally, it also delivers 10g protein and 233mg sodium per serving. 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
AllowedRice Noodles is classified as Allowed on Vegetarian, with 364kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedWith 338kcal calories per 100g, Rye Bread earns a Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 10.3g protein and 15.1g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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 Vegetarian, with 272kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 10.8g protein and 2.2g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Nachos and Pizza for calories, ranking 13 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Spelt
AllowedAt 127kcal calories per 100g, Spelt falls into the Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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
AllowedAt 170kcal calories per 100g, Tacos falls into the Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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 Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). Within this category, it falls between Barley and Rice Noodles for calories, ranking 22 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Waffles
AllowedWith 309kcal calories per 100g, Waffles earns a Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). It also contains 7.4g protein and 9.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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 Vegetarian, with 332kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either a plant food or a non-flesh animal product (dairy, egg, honey). 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