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Grits Nutrition Facts

FoodData CentralUpdated 30 March 2026

One cup of grits contains 174.2 calories, 4.2g protein, 38.2g carbs, and 1.2g fat. Grits is a grain-based food. It is a good source of iron.

174.2

cal

38.2g

carbs

4.2g

protein

1.2g

fat

0.7g

fiber

Vitamins in Grits

Per 100g serving

Vitamin E
0.21mg
1%
Vitamin B6
0.23mg
14%
Thiamin (B1)
1.27mg
106%
Riboflavin (B2)
0.34mg
26%
Niacin (B3)
4.47mg
28%
Folate
171mcg
43%

Minerals in Grits

Per 100g serving

Calcium
4mg
0%
Iron
3.05mg
17%
Magnesium
36mg
9%
Phosphorus
111mg
9%
Potassium
141mg
3%
Sodium
1mg
0%
Zinc
0.72mg
7%
Selenium
17mcg
31%
Copper
0.03mg
3%
Manganese
0.14mg
6%

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