How Many Calories Are In 1 Cup Of Grits With Butter?

While grits contain protein, fiber and a range of vitamins and minerals, they’re not naturally a good source of any nutrient except selenium. The good news is that most brands of grits are enriched, so you can count on a boost of B vitamins and iron. Grits, corn grits and hominy grits all refer to the same food, but plain hominy is different.

There are 109 calories in 1 cup of cooked Grits. Calorie breakdown: 3% fat, 87% carbs, 10% protein.

This is a double-edged question. Grits are healthier than most options for “porridge” meals out there, but still lacks enough of the right macros to make it a super healthy option on a keto or low carb diet.

The grits are then boiled and served as a breakfast cereal or a savory side dish. One cup of cooked yellow grits has 151 calories and 32 grams of carbohydrates. The same portion of white grits has 182 calories and 38 grams of carbs. Both types have 3 to 4 grams of protein and 2 grams of fiber.