Grains & Starches
Calories in Grits (cooked)
Grits (cooked) has 71 calories per 100g — that’s 172 calories in a typical serving (1 cup · 242 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving1 cup · 242 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | 172 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3.4 g |
| Carbs | 16 g | 38.7 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugar | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 5 mg |
Common kitchen measures
| Measure | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | ≈ 16 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 cup | ≈ 257 g | 182 kcal |
Gram weights from USDA FoodData Central — reference values, not exact measurements.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many calories are in Grits (cooked)?
- Grits (cooked) has 172 calories per 1 cup (242 g).
- How many calories are in 100g of Grits (cooked)?
- 100g of Grits (cooked) has 71 calories, 1.4g protein, 16g carbs and 0.2g fat.
- How much protein is in Grits (cooked)?
- Grits (cooked) has 3.4g of protein per 1 cup (242 g).
- How many calories are in 1 tablespoon of Grits (cooked)?
- 1 tablespoon of Grits (cooked) (≈ 16 g) has about 11 kcal.
Values are typical reference figures and vary with brand, preparation, and portion. This is general information, not medical or dietary advice.