Cornmeal (whole-grain): Nutrition Facts
Cornmeal is dried, ground whole corn (maize), used in breads and porridges. The figures here are for whole-grain yellow cornmeal, USDA standard reference.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 362 | 8.1 | 76.9 | 7.3 | 3.6 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 362 (18%) | 8.1 (16%) | 76.9 (28%) | 7.3 (26%) | 3.6 (5%) |
| 1 cup (~122 g) | 442 (22%) | 9.9 (20%) | 93.8 (34%) | 8.9 (32%) | 4.4 (6%) |
| 100 g | 362 (18%) | 8.1 (16%) | 76.9 (28%) | 7.3 (26%) | 3.6 (5%) |
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) | 362 | 18% |
| Protein (g) | 8.1 | 16% |
| Carb (g) | 76.9 | 28% |
| Fiber (g) | 7.3 | 26% |
| Fat (g) | 3.6 | 5% |
How much protein in Cornmeal (whole-grain)?
Cornmeal (whole-grain), whole-grain, yellow, contains 8.1 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 cup (~122 g) serving therefore provides about 9.9 g of protein.
How many calories in Cornmeal (whole-grain)?
Cornmeal (whole-grain), whole-grain, yellow, supplies about 362 kcal per 100 g. A 1 cup (~122 g) serving works out to roughly 442 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 cup (~122 g): 442 kcal, 9.9 g protein, 4.4 g fat
- 100 g: 362 kcal, 8.1 g protein, 3.6 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 169697, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Cornmeal, whole-grain, yellow - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29