How do you heat the rice cups?

Microwave a cup until hot, about 60 seconds. The rice is already fully cooked, so no stovetop or added water is needed.

How much rice is in each cup?

Each cup holds 8.8 oz (250 g) of cooked long grain white rice, roughly one serving.

Is this rice plain or seasoned?

It is plain long grain white rice with no seasoning, so it works as a base for stir-fries, curries or grilled chicken.

How does it compare with Ben's Original or Minute Rice cups?

It offers the same microwave-in-a-minute convenience as those brands, but the flavor is plain and the texture tends softer. It is a store-brand alternative rather than a seasoned rice pouch.

Can you eat it without a microwave?

The cups are designed for microwaving. Without one, the rice would need another heat source, and it is not sold as a ready-to-eat cold snack.

Plain long grain white rice is naturally gluten-free, but check the cup's label for allergen and facility statements.

Great Value Ready to Heat Long Grain White Rice Cups

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$1.74at WalmartChecked Nov 10

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Great Value Ready to Heat Long Grain White Rice Cups

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$1.74at WalmartChecked Nov 10

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Last seen at $1.74 at Walmart on Nov 10.

Our take on the Great Value Ready to Heat Long Grain White Rice Cups

These are single-serve, fully cooked long grain white rice cups from Walmart's Great Value line. You microwave a cup for about a minute and get soft, fluffy rice without measuring or simmering. They suit quick lunches, small households and anyone building a fast side or stir-fry base. Against rivals like Ben's Original and Minute Rice cups, they are a budget store-brand option with the same convenience, though the texture and seasoning are plainer than flavored pouches.

Best forQuick single-serving sidesOffice and dorm lunchesSmall households that waste bulk riceFast stir-fry and bowl bases

Pros

Fully cooked; ready in about 60 seconds
No measuring, pots or stovetop
Individual cups limit waste
Neutral flavor works as a base
Microwavable cup, minimal cleanup

Cons

Plain taste compared with seasoned rice pouches
Softer texture than freshly cooked rice
Single-use plastic cups
Fewer cups per pack than bulk rice

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What reviewers say

4.5 / 5311 ratings

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 311 ratings. Buyers mostly value the speed and convenience for quick meals, while some find the texture soft and the flavor plain.

What people mention

ConveniencePraisedBuyers like that a cup heats in about a minute with no cooking.
TextureMixedSome call it soft and fluffy; others find it softer than freshly cooked rice.
FlavorMixedThe rice is plain, which works as a base but disappoints those wanting seasoned rice.
Portion sizePraisedSingle cups suit one person and cut down on leftover rice.
PackagingCriticisedSome dislike the single-use plastic cups.

About the Great Value Ready to Heat Long Grain White Rice Cups

Great Value Ready to Heat Long Grain White Rice Cups are individual, microwavable cups of long grain white rice. The rice is fully cooked, so there is no measuring or simmering on the stovetop.

To prepare, microwave a cup for 60 seconds. The rice heats up soft and fluffy. It can be served as a quick side dish or used as a base for meals, such as with grilled chicken, vegetables, or a stir-fry.

Type: Long grain white rice
Format: Individual microwavable cups
Size: 8.8 oz (250 g)
Preparation: Fully cooked; microwave 60 seconds

Specifications

size: 8.8 oz; 250gSource

Questions and answers

How do you heat the rice cups?: Microwave a cup until hot, about 60 seconds. The rice is already fully cooked, so no stovetop or added water is needed.
How much rice is in each cup?: Each cup holds 8.8 oz (250 g) of cooked long grain white rice, roughly one serving.
Is this rice plain or seasoned?: It is plain long grain white rice with no seasoning, so it works as a base for stir-fries, curries or grilled chicken.
How does it compare with Ben's Original or Minute Rice cups?: It offers the same microwave-in-a-minute convenience as those brands, but the flavor is plain and the texture tends softer. It is a store-brand alternative rather than a seasoned rice pouch.
Can you eat it without a microwave?: The cups are designed for microwaving. Without one, the rice would need another heat source, and it is not sold as a ready-to-eat cold snack.
Is it gluten-free?: Plain long grain white rice is naturally gluten-free, but check the cup's label for allergen and facility statements.
Where is the Great Value Ready to Heat Long Grain White Rice Cups cheapest?: At Walmart, for $1.74, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Great Value Ready to Heat Long Grain White Rice Cups?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 311 ratings.