Calories in 8 Oz of Instant Grits
8 oz of instant grits (227 g) has 147 calories. That is 7% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 3.1 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 34 g of carbohydrates, a split of 8% protein, 5% fat and 87% carbs. For comparison, 6 oz of instant grits has 111 and 12 oz of instant grits has 221 calories. Burning 147 calories takes about 26 minutes of brisk walking or 12 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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How many calories are in 8 oz of instant grits?
8 oz of instant grits weighs about 227 g and has 147 calories.
How much protein is in 8 oz of instant grits?
8 oz of instant grits has 3.1 g of protein, which is 6% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 8 oz of instant grits?
8 oz of instant grits has 34 g of carbohydrates, including 1.8 g of fiber and 0.7 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.