American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker)) nutrition facts
Per 1 packet (1 NLEA serving) · 28 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein2.5g10% of calories
- Carbs21g79% of calories
- Fat1.3g11% of calories
- ✓ Low fat
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker)) (1 packet (1 NLEA serving), 28 g) has 101 calories, with 2.5 g of protein, 21 g of carbohydrates and 1.3 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (79% of calories). It is high in iron (106% DV).
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Iron106%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Thiamine18%
- Riboflavin (B2)15%
- Niacin14%
- Calcium12%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
Nothing notable
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 packet (1 NLEA serving) (28 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0.3 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0% |
| Thiamine | 0.2 mg | 18% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | 15% |
| Niacin | 2 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1 μg | 4% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 117 mg | 12% |
| Iron | 9 mg | 106% |
| Potassium | 38 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 21 mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 1% |
Full breakdown · 2 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Monounsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 0.3 g | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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Burning 101 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 19minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 12minCycling (moderate)
- 8minRunning (6 mph)
- 14minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker))?
One serving of American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker)) (1 packet (1 NLEA serving)) has 101 calories, which works out to 360 calories per 100 g. That is about 5% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker)) high in protein?
Not especially. It has 2.5 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 10% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker)) keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 20 g of net carbs and 79% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker))?
425 mg per serving.
How much sugar is in American cheese flavored grits (instant, dry (Quaker))?
0.6 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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