The Quaker Oats, Co. Yellow hominy grits nutrition facts
Per ¼ cup · 37 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein3.1g9% of calories
- Carbs29g87% of calories
- Fat0.6g4% of calories
- ✓ Low fat
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Sodium free
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of The Quaker Oats, Co. Yellow hominy grits (¼ cup, 37 g) has 125 calories, with 3.1 g of protein, 29 g of carbohydrates and 0.6 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (87% of calories).
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for ¼ cup (37 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 36 μg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1% |
Full breakdown · 3 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Glucose | 0.4 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 0.2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 0.3 g | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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- 130 cal
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Burning 125 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 24minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 15minCycling (moderate)
- 10minRunning (6 mph)
- 18minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in The Quaker Oats, Co. Yellow hominy grits?
One serving of The Quaker Oats, Co. Yellow hominy grits (¼ cup) has 125 calories, which works out to 338 calories per 100 g. That is about 6.3% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are The Quaker Oats, Co. Yellow hominy grits high in protein?
Not especially. It has 3.1 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 9% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are The Quaker Oats, Co. Yellow hominy grits keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 27 g of net carbs and 87% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in The Quaker Oats, Co. Yellow hominy grits?
1 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
