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Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 12% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Niacin | 1.7 MG | 10% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Folate, total | 27 UG | 7% | |
| Choline, total | 2.6 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 64 MG | 5% | |
| Iron, Fe | 6.7 MG | 37% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 6 MG | 1% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 14 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 27 MG | 1% | |
| Sodium, Na | 227 MG | 10% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 74 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Iron, Fe (37% DV).
About Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt
Quaker instant corn grits prepared with water are a mild, porridge-like Southern staple made from ground hominy corn. Once cooked, the carbohydrate content is diluted by water, keeping the overall profile light with low fat, modest protein, and a small amount of fiber. Plain grits have a neutral, slightly starchy flavor that takes on butter, cheese, or savory toppings readily. A good blank-canvas breakfast or side dish, though plain versions offer little in the way of micronutrients without fortification.
Dietary Information
Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt include Iron, Fe (37% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 74 calories per 100 grams, Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt gets 9% of its calories from protein, 86% from carbohydrates, and 6% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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