Calories in Pho
A typical bowl of pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) is 350-550 kcal. Restaurant portions are usually moderate-sized; with extra meat or large bowl: 600-800 kcal.
Nutrition by portion size
| Portion | kcal | Carbs (g) | Protein (g) | Fat (g) | Fiber (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 small bowl beef pho (~470g) | 350 | 50 | 28 | 5 | — |
| 1 medium bowl beef pho (~600g) | 450 | 65 | 35 | 7 | — |
| 1 large bowl beef pho (~800g) | 600 | 85 | 45 | 10 | — |
| 1 bowl chicken pho (medium) | 380 | 60 | 30 | 4 | — |
| 100g pho (with broth and noodles) | 75 | 11 | 6 | 1 | — |
About these numbers
Pho is one of the more weight-loss-friendly Asian restaurant dishes — the brothy soup provides volume and satiety at modest calorie cost. A medium bowl is 380-450 kcal with substantial protein (28-35g). The clear broth and limited oil keep the calorie density low. For weight loss, pho is a strong restaurant choice; for diabetes, the rice noodles produce moderate glucose response that's blunted by the protein and vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many calories in pho?
- Small bowl: 350 kcal. Medium: 380-450 kcal. Large: 600 kcal. Substantial protein in all sizes (28-45g).
- Is pho good for weight loss?
- Excellent for an Asian restaurant choice. The brothy soup provides volume and satiety. Per bowl, 380-450 kcal with 28-35g protein is one of the better restaurant options for cuts. Add extra bean sprouts and herbs for more volume.
- Diabetes impact?
- Moderate. The rice noodles have GI ~61, but the protein and vegetables blunt response substantially. For T2D, pho is more diabetes-friendly than most Asian noodle dishes due to the brothy preparation (less oil and sauce).
- Healthiest pho choices?
- Lean beef (steak) or chicken pho over fatty cuts. Skip the hoisin/sriracha (added sugar). Add bean sprouts, herbs, lime for volume. Choose smaller portion size if available. Result: 350 kcal meal with 30g protein.
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