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How many calories in a grits?

172 calper 1 cup (242 g)

A serving of grits — 1 cup (242 g) — has about 172 calories, with 3.4 g protein, 38 g carbs and 0.7 g fat, plus 0.7 g fiber.

Where those calories come from:

Protein 8%Carbs 88%Fat 4%
Grits nutrition (cooked)
NutrientPer serving
(1 cup (242 g))
Per 100 g
Calories172 cal71 cal
Protein3.4 g1.4 g
Carbs38 g15.7 g
  of which sugars0.2 g0.1 g
Fat0.7 g0.3 g
Fiber0.7 g0.3 g

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Grits calories — FAQ

How many calories are in a grits?

1 cup (242 g) of grits contains about 172 calories. That's roughly 71 calories per 100 grams.

How much protein is in a grits?

One serving (1 cup (242 g)) has about 3.4 g of protein, 38 g of carbs and 0.7 g of fat.

Is grits good for weight loss?

Grits can fit a weight-loss plan when it's logged and kept within your calorie budget. At 172 calories per serving, the key is tracking your total daily intake — that's what Nourish makes effortless.

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