Corn grain (yellow): Nutrition Facts
Yellow corn grain is a cereal grain in its dry, whole form, used as the base for cornmeal, grits, polenta, and animal feed. The USDA SR Legacy entry below describes the dry, yellow whole-grain form, which carries 9.42 g protein and 7.3 g fiber per 100 g.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 365 | 9.4 | 74.3 | 7.3 | 4.7 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 365 (18%) | 9.4 (19%) | 74.3 (27%) | 7.3 (26%) | 4.7 (6%) |
| 1 cup (166 g) | 606 (30%) | 15.6 (31%) | 123.3 (45%) | 12.1 (43%) | 7.9 (10%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 365 | 18% |
| Protein (g) | 9.4 | 19% |
| Carb (g) | 74.3 | 27% |
| Fiber (g) | 7.3 | 26% |
| Fat (g) | 4.7 | 6% |
How much protein in Corn grain (yellow)?
Corn grain (yellow), dry, yellow whole grain, contains 9.4 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 cup (166 g) serving therefore provides about 15.6 g of protein.
How many calories in Corn grain (yellow)?
Corn grain (yellow), dry, yellow whole grain, supplies about 365 kcal per 100 g. A 1 cup (166 g) serving works out to roughly 606 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 cup (166 g): 606 kcal, 15.6 g protein, 7.9 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 170288, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Corn grain, yellow - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29