Sorghum grain: Nutrition Facts
Sorghum is a whole cereal grain milled and cooked much like rice or other grains. The USDA SR Legacy entry below describes the dry, raw grain, which carries about 72 g of carbohydrate, 10.6 g of protein, and 6.7 g of fiber per 100 g.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329 | 10.6 | 72.1 | 6.7 | 3.5 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 329 (16%) | 10.6 (21%) | 72.1 (26%) | 6.7 (24%) | 3.5 (4%) |
| 1 cup (192 g) | 632 (32%) | 20.4 (41%) | 138.4 (50%) | 12.9 (46%) | 6.6 (9%) |
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) | 329 | 16% |
| Protein (g) | 10.6 | 21% |
| Carb (g) | 72.1 | 26% |
| Fiber (g) | 6.7 | 24% |
| Fat (g) | 3.5 | 4% |
How much protein in Sorghum grain?
Sorghum grain, dry, raw, contains 10.6 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 cup (192 g) serving therefore provides about 20.4 g of protein.
How many calories in Sorghum grain?
Sorghum grain, dry, raw, supplies about 329 kcal per 100 g. A 1 cup (192 g) serving works out to roughly 632 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 cup (192 g): 632 kcal, 20.4 g protein, 6.6 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 169716, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Sorghum grain - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29