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Is Plantain a Good Substitute for Rice? A Nutritional Breakdown

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According to Consumer Reports, a single cup of cooked white rice contains 242 calories, whereas the same amount of boiled green plantains has fewer calories at 166. This significant calorie distinction is just one of many nutritional factors to consider when asking: Is plantain a good substitute for rice?