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Cooked millet: calories and nutrition information

100 g of cooked millet has 119 kcal, 3.5 g protein, 22.4 g carbs, and 1 g fat. A lunch serving of cooked millet (about 180 g) has about 214 kcal.

Serving
Cooked millet, 100 g119 kcal498 kJ
Protein3.5 g12% of energy
Carbs22.4 g80% of energy
Fat1 g8% of energy
Fiber
1.3 g
Sugars
0.1 g
Salt
0.01 g

Nutrition information: cooked millet

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI*Serving (180 g)
Energy119 kcal498 kJ6%214 kcal895 kJ
Fat1 g1%1.8 g
of which saturated fatty acids0.2 g1%0.4 g
Carbs22.4 g9%40.3 g
of which sugars0.1 g0%0.2 g
Fiber1.3 g-2.3 g
Protein3.5 g7%6.3 g
Salt0.01 g0%0.02 g
Water71.4 g-128.5 g

* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.

How many calories are in cooked millet?

Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 tablespoon15 g18 kcal0.5 g3.4 g0.2 g
100 g119 kcal3.5 g22.4 g1 g
Serving180 g214 kcal6.3 g40.3 g1.8 g
Cup181 g215 kcal6.3 g40.5 g1.8 g

Vitamins and minerals

In 100 g of cooked millet, the highest amounts are phosphorus (14% NRV), magnesium (12%), and vitamin B1 (10%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% of the NRV per 100 g.

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI
Potassium62 mg3%
Magnesium44 mg12%
Phosphorus100 mg14%
Iron0.6 mg4%
Zinc0.9 mg9%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.11 mg10%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.08 mg6%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)1.3 mg8%
Vitamin B60.11 mg8%
Folate19 µg10%

Not included: selenium—US source data reflects fortification, additives, or growing conditions, so the values would be overstated for Polish equivalents.

Cooked millet compared with other foods

Cooked millet has more calories per 100 g than 13% of the grain products in our chart. Here’s how foods in the groats, rice, pasta, and cereal category with similar calorie counts compare (kcal per 100 g):

  1. Oatmeal made with water71 kcal
  2. Cooked bulgur83 kcal
  3. Cooked buckwheat groats92 kcal
  4. Cooked couscous112 kcal
  5. Cooked millet groats119 kcal
  6. Cooked quinoa120 kcal
  7. Cooked barley groats123 kcal
  8. Cooked brown rice123 kcal
  9. Cooked parboiled rice123 kcal

FAQs

How many calories are in a serving of cooked millet?
A lunch serving of cooked millet (about 180 g) has about 214 kcal: 6.3 g protein, 40.3 g carbs, and 1.8 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of cooked millet?
100 g of cooked millet has 119 kcal (498 kJ). For comparison, 100 g of dry millet has 378 kcal.
How much protein is in cooked millet?
Cooked millet has 3.5 g of protein per 100 g, while a lunch serving has about 6.3 g.
How many carbs are in cooked millet?
100 g of cooked millet contains 22.4 g of digestible carbs, including 0.1 g of sugars, as well as 1.3 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database – “Millet, cooked” (NDB 20032). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and may vary depending on the variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: . How we compile our calorie chart.