Nando's · Sides
Spicy RiceNando's calories & macros
A Nando's Spicy Rice (Regular) has 324 calories (1,356 kJ), with 7.1 g protein, 1.7 g fat and 68.5 g carbs per serve. That is about 16% of the 8,700 kJ daily intake used on Australian food labels.
D2.2 g protein per 100 kcal - poor protein density on Macro Menu's S to F scale
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Full nutrition (Regular)
| Per serve | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1,356 kJ (324 kcal) |
| Protein | 7.1 g |
| Fat, total | 1.7 g |
| - saturated | 0.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 68.5 g |
| - sugars | 0.8 g |
| Sodium | 596 mg |
As published by Nando's.
Spicy Rice sizes and options
| Option | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g | Sat fat g | Sugars g | Sodium mg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | 324 | 1,356 | 7.1 | 1.7 | 68.5 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 596 |
| Large | 597 | 2,498 | 13.0 | 3.1 | 126.0 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 1,100 |
Lowest: Regular at 324 kcal. Highest: Large at 597 kcal - a 273 kcal spread.
How it compares with other Nando's sides
Of the 15 sides on the Nando's menu, Spicy Rice ranks 10th of 15 for protein and is the 6th lowest in calories. The category average is 383 kcal, so this one is below average by 59 kcal.
| Item | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn on the Cob (2 options) | 240 | 1,004 | 7.8 | 9.7 | 26.6 |
| Pita Bread | 259 | 1,084 | 9.3 | 1.0 | 50.8 |
| Cheesy Garlic Mini Pita | 297 | 1,243 | 8.9 | 17.1 | 26.3 |
| Spicy Rice (2 options) | 324 | 1,356 | 7.1 | 1.7 | 68.5 |
| Sweet Potato Chips (2 options) | 325 | 1,360 | 2.8 | 16.5 | 38.9 |
| PERi-PERi Chips (3 options) | 326 | 1,364 | 5.4 | 13.0 | 44.7 |
| Roasted Broccoli with PERi-crackle | 339 | 1,418 | 11.4 | 30.3 | 3.2 |
Sorted by calories, showing the items either side of this one. See every Nando's sides item.
Quick answers
How many calories are in a Nando's Spicy Rice?
Spicy Rice at Nando's ranges from 324 to 597 calories depending on the option. The Regular is 324 kcal (1,356 kJ).
How much protein is in Nando's's Spicy Rice?
7.1 g of protein in the Regular, which works out to 2.2 g per 100 kcal - rated D (poor) for protein density on Macro Menu.
How many kJ is that?
1,356 kJ. Australian menus list kilojoules; divide by 4.184 to get calories. 1,356 kJ is roughly 16% of an 8,700 kJ day.
Is it a lower-calorie choice at Nando's?
Within Nando's sides it is the 6th lowest of 15. The lowest-calorie option in that category is Garden Salad at 42 kcal, and the highest-protein is Grande Loaded Chips with 41.1 g.
Compare it with
The closest sides by calories, at the other chains and on this menu.
More Nando's sides
Sweet Potato Chips325 kcal · 2.8 g protein
PERi-PERi Chips326 kcal · 5.4 g protein
Roasted Broccoli with PERi-crackle339 kcal · 11.4 g protein
Cheesy Garlic Mini Pita297 kcal · 8.9 g protein
Halloumi Sticks & Dip360 kcal · 17.6 g protein
Garlic Bread388 kcal · 9.2 g proteinNando's full menuHighest protein at Nando'sLowest calorie at Nando'sOther restaurants
Source: Nando's Allergen & Nutritional Guide, re-verified against the API the Nando's app orders from (api.nandos.com.au), per serve as sold. Last checked against the live menu on 8 September 2026. Every source.