Calories in oatmeal
Oatmeal (1 cup, 234 g) has 166 calories, with 5.9 g of protein, 28.1 g of carbohydrates and 3.6 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 71 kcal.
Values are for Cereals, oats, regular and quick, unenriched, cooked with water (includes boiling and microwaving), without salt. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Oatmeal
Per 1 cup (234 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in oatmeal by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 71 | 2.5 g | 12 g | 1.5 g |
| 1 cup | 234 g | 166 | 5.9 g | 28.1 g | 3.6 g |
| 1 tbsp | 15 g | 10 | 0.4 g | 1.8 g | 0.2 g |
| ¾ cup | 175 g | 124 | 4.4 g | 21 g | 2.7 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 20 | 0.7 g | 3.4 g | 0.4 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 14%Carbs 67%Fat 19%
Oatmeal has a low energy density (0.7 kcal per gram). It provides 3.6 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Bread, rice & grains: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oatmeal | 71 | 2.5 g | 12 g | 1.5 g |
| Couscous | 112 | 3.8 g | 23.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Quinoa | 120 | 4.4 g | 21.3 g | 1.9 g |
| Brown rice | 123 | 2.7 g | 25.6 g | 1 g |
| White rice | 130 | 2.7 g | 28.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Pasta (cooked) | 158 | 5.8 g | 30.9 g | 0.9 g |
| English muffin | 235 | 7.7 g | 46 g | 1.8 g |
| Whole-wheat bread | 252 | 12.4 g | 42.7 g | 3.5 g |
| Bagel | 264 | 10.6 g | 52.4 g | 1.3 g |
| White bread | 266 | 8.8 g | 49.4 g | 3.3 g |
| Flour tortilla | 306 | 8.2 g | 49.4 g | 8 g |
| Rolled oats (dry) | 379 | 13.2 g | 67.7 g | 6.5 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 173905. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in oatmeal?
166 calories in 1 cup (234 g), or 71 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in oatmeal?
5.9 g of protein in 1 cup (234 g) (2.5 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in oatmeal?
28.1 g of carbohydrates in 1 cup (234 g), including 4 g of fiber.