How Much Protein Is In Oats (Includes Foods For USDA'S Food Distribution Program)?

FoodData Central Updated 6 April 2026

Oats (Includes Foods For USDA'S Food Distribution Program) is listed in the protein foods category that is calorie-dense. It is a good source of protein, rich in dietary fiber, a good source of iron, and rich in potassium.

Protein per cup (156g)

26.3

% Daily Value

53%

Complete Nutrition Facts for Oats (Includes Foods For USDA'S Food Distribution Program)

Per cup (156g)

606.8

cal

103.4g

carbs

26.3g

protein

10.8g

fat

16.5g

fiber

—

sugar

Essential Amino Acids in Oats (Includes Foods For USDA'S Food Distribution Program)

Per cup (156g)

Incomplete protein

Limiting amino acid: Lysine.

632mg

Histidine

1083mg

Isoleucine

2003mg

Leucine

1094mg

Lysine

487mg

Methionine

1396mg

Phenylalanine

897mg

Threonine

365mg

Tryptophan

1462mg

Valine

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About Protein in Oats (Includes Foods For USDA'S Food Distribution Program)

A serving of Oats (Includes Foods For USDA'S Food Distribution Program) (156g) contains 26.3g of protein, which is 53% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that oats (includes foods for usda's food distribution program) is a significant source of protein compared to other proteins.

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Chicken Breast

per 3 oz (85g)

26.4g

Salmon

per 3 oz (85g)

17.3g

Beef

per 3 oz (85g)

22g

Egg

per 2 large (100g)

12.6g

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Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 169705 | Last updated: 2026-04-06

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