Calories in 500g of Grits

500g of grits (500 g) has 290 calories. That is 14% of a 2,000 calorie diet.

The calories come from 6 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 62 g of carbohydrates, a split of 8% protein, 4% fat and 87% carbs. For comparison, 300g of grits has 174 calories. Burning 290 calories takes about 52 minutes of brisk walking or 23 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.

Grits Calorie Calculator

AmountUnit

290cal

in 500g of grits (500 g)

Protein6 g8% of calories

Fat1.4 g4% of calories

Carbs62 g87% of calories

14% 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
500g	500 g	290	6 g	1.4 g	62 g

Grits vs similar foods

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

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Instant Grits65

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Grits: common questions

How many calories are in 500g of grits?

500g of grits weighs about 500 g and has 290 calories.

How much protein is in 500g of grits?

500g of grits has 6 g of protein, which is 12% of the 50 g Daily Value.

How many carbs are in 500g of grits?

500g of grits has 62 g of carbohydrates, including 3.5 g of fiber and 0.5 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.