Calories in 500g of Instant Grits
500g of instant grits (500 g) has 325 calories. That is 16% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 6.9 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 74 g of carbohydrates, a split of 8% protein, 5% fat and 87% carbs. For comparison, 300g of instant grits has 195 calories. Burning 325 calories takes about 58 minutes of brisk walking or 26 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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How many calories are in 500g of instant grits?
500g of instant grits weighs about 500 g and has 325 calories.
How much protein is in 500g of instant grits?
500g of instant grits has 6.9 g of protein, which is 14% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 500g of instant grits?
500g of instant grits has 74 g of carbohydrates, including 4 g of fiber and 1.5 g of sugars.
How much instant grits is 100 calories?
100 calories of instant grits is 154 g, about 3/4 cup of instant grits.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID No added fat: 2708370. Original description: Grits, instant, made with water, no added fat. Portion weights are USDA household measures.