100 Foods that are high in carbohydrates

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Lots of foods have carbohydrates in them from fruits to seeds. Heres a quick overview, followed by a list of 100 foods that contain carbohydrates.

This is particularly useful if you are combatting diabetes either type 1 or type 2.

Which foods have carbs?

Grains & Cereals

  • White rice: 1 cup cooked, about 45g of carbs
  • Quinoa: 1 cup cooked, about 39g of carbs
  • Oats: 1 cup cooked, about 28g of carbs

Legumes

  • Lentils: 1 cup cooked, about 40g of carbs
  • Black beans: 1 cup cooked, about 41g of carbs

Fruits

  • Banana: 1 medium, about 27g of carbs
  • Apple: 1 medium, about 25g of carbs

Vegetables

  • Potatoes: 1 medium, about 37g of carbs
  • Sweet potatoes: 1 medium, about 24g of carbs

Processed Foods

  • Pasta (white): 1 cup cooked, about 43g of carbs
  • Bread (white): 1 slice, about 14g of carbs

Snacks & Sweets

  • Soda: 1 can (12 oz), about 39g of carbs
  • Chocolate (milk): 1 bar (1.55 oz), about 26g of carbs

Dairy & Alternatives

  • Fruit yogurt: 1 cup, about 42g of carbs
  1. White rice
  2. Brown rice
  3. Quinoa
  4. Oats
  5. Barley
  6. Wheat bread
  7. Whole wheat pasta
  8. White pasta
  9. Corn
  10. Popcorn
  11. Potatoes
  12. Sweet potatoes
  13. Yam
  14. Peas
  15. Lentils
  16. Black beans
  17. Kidney beans
  18. Chickpeas
  19. Soybeans
  20. Fava beans
  21. Bananas
  22. Apples
  23. Oranges
  24. Mangoes
  25. Grapes
  26. Pineapple
  27. Strawberries
  28. Blueberries
  29. Raspberries
  30. Watermelon
  31. Honeydew melon
  32. Cantaloupe
  33. Dates
  34. Raisins
  35. Figs
  36. Prunes
  37. Apricots
  38. Pears
  39. Peaches
  40. Plums
  41. Kiwi
  42. Cherries
  43. Bagels
  44. Pretzels
  45. Cereal (sugary types)
  46. Granola
  47. Muesli
  48. Pancakes
  49. Waffles
  50. Syrup (maple, corn syrup)
  51. Jelly and jam
  52. Honey
  53. Table sugar
  54. Chocolate
  55. Candy (gummies, hard candy)
  56. Soda
  57. Fruit juice
  58. Sports drinks
  59. Energy bars
  60. Energy drinks
  61. Ice cream
  62. Cake
  63. Cookies
  64. Doughnuts
  65. Pies
  66. Croissants
  67. Muffins
  68. Scones
  69. Biscuits
  70. Rice cakes
  71. Cornbread
  72. Polenta
  73. Grits
  74. Couscous
  75. Bulgur
  76. Soba noodles
  77. Udon noodles
  78. Ramen noodles
  79. Tapioca
  80. Pita bread
  81. Naan
  82. French fries
  83. Hash browns
  84. Pizza (especially with a thick crust)
  85. Macaroni and cheese
  86. Caramel
  87. Marshmallows
  88. Fruit-flavored yogurt
  89. Flavored milk
  90. Baked beans (in sauce)
  91. Pumpkin
  92. Acorn squash
  93. Butternut squash
  94. Beets
  95. Carrots
  96. Parsnips
  97. Turnips
  98. Sweet corn
  99. Fruit smoothies (with added sugar)
  100. Dried fruit snacks

Keep in mind, the carbohydrate content can vary based on preparation methods and serving sizes. Including a mix of whole grains, legumes, fruits, and vegetables in your diet can ensure you get a balance of complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.