Calories in 4 Oz of Grits

4 oz of grits (113 g) has 66 calories. That is 3% of a 2,000 calorie diet.

The calories come from 1.4 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 14 g of carbohydrates, a split of 8% protein, 4% fat and 87% carbs. For comparison, 6 oz of grits has 99 calories. Burning 66 calories takes about 12 minutes of brisk walking or 5 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.

Grits Calorie Calculator

AmountUnit

66cal

in 4 oz of grits (113 g)

Protein1.4 g8% of calories

Fat0.3 g4% of calories

Carbs14 g87% of calories

3% of a 2,000 calorie day

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Grits calories by serving size

Common amounts of grits with calories and macros. Tap a row for its full nutrition page.

Serving	Weight	Calories	Protein	Fat	Carbs
50g	50 g	29	0.6 g	0.1 g	6.2 g
100g	100 g	58	1.2 g	0.3 g	12 g
4 oz	113 g	66	1.4 g	0.3 g	14 g
1/2 cup	120 g	70	1.4 g	0.3 g	15 g
200g	200 g	116	2.4 g	0.6 g	25 g
1 cup	240 g	139	2.9 g	0.7 g	30 g

Grits vs similar foods

Calories per 100 g compared with other grains, rice and pasta.

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Cooked White Corn Grits71

Instant Grits65

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Grits: common questions

How many calories are in 4 oz of grits?

4 oz of grits weighs about 113 g and has 66 calories.

How much protein is in 4 oz of grits?

4 oz of grits has 1.4 g of protein, which is 3% of the 50 g Daily Value.

How many carbs are in 4 oz of grits?

4 oz of grits has 14 g of carbohydrates, including 0.8 g of fiber and 0.1 g of sugars.

How much grits is 100 calories?

100 calories of grits is 172 g, about 3/4 cup of grits.

More about grits

Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID No added fat: 2708365. Original description: Grits, regular or quick, made with water, no added fat. Portion weights are USDA household measures.