Panda Express Fried Rice (Side, 12 oz): 610 calories
- 15gProtein
- 109gCarbs
- 13gFat
- 810mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from Panda Express Nutrition Information (U.S.), last checked October 11, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
Panda Express Fried Rice nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fried Rice (Side, 12 oz) | 610 | 15g | 109g | 13g | 810mg | 31% |
The Panda Express Fried Rice (Side, 12 oz) is about 31% of a 2,000-calorie day and 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How to make a Panda Express order lighter
- Order the Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz) instead: 90 fewer calories, 14g protein.
- Order the White Steamed Rice (Side, 12 oz) instead: 40 fewer calories, 11g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Panda Express Fried Rice (Side, 12 oz) takes about 138 minutes of brisk walking, 64 minutes of running (5 mph) or 64 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
The closest item of the same kind at other chains:
- Chick-fil-A Mac & Cheese (Medium): 450 calories, 20g protein
- Wendy's Sour Cream and Chive Baked Potato: 300 calories, 8g protein
- Panera Bread French Baguette (1/4 baguette): 290 calories, 9g protein
- Taco Bell Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce: 220 calories, 3g protein
- KFC Cornbread Muffin: 210 calories, 3g protein
Questions people ask
The Panda Express Fried Rice (Side, 12 oz) has 610 calories, with 15g of protein, 109g of carbs and 13g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz) has 520 calories, 90 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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