Portion Sizes

Judging serving sizes is a learned skill. For a quick estimate of portion sizes, here are some helpful tips:


Meat, Fish, Poultry: serving size is 2-3 ounces and is about the size of a deck of cards.

Pasta, rice: serving size is 1/2 cup and is about the size of a small computer mouse or the size of your fist.

Cooked vegetables: serving size is 1/2 cup and is also about the size of a small computer mouse.

Fruit: serving size is 1/2 cup and is about the size of a medium orange, apple, or pear.

Cheese: serving size is 1 1/2 ounces hard cheese and is about the size of a C battery or your thumb.