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Oats: Calories and Nutrition Information

100 g of oats has 379 kcal, 13.2 g protein, 57.6 g carbs, and 6.5 g fat. A serving of oats for porridge (about 50 g) has about 190 kcal.

Serving
Oats, 100 g379 kcal1586 kJ
Protein13.2 g15% of energy
Carbs57.6 g67% of energy
Fat6.5 g17% of energy
Fiber
10.1 g
Sugars
1 g
Salt
0.02 g

Oats nutrition information

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI*Serving of oats for porridge (50 g)
Energy379 kcal1586 kJ19%190 kcal795 kJ
Fat6.5 g9%3.3 g
of which saturated fatty acids1.1 g6%0.6 g
Carbs57.6 g22%28.8 g
of which sugars1 g1%0.5 g
Fiber10.1 g-5.1 g
Protein13.2 g26%6.6 g
Salt0.02 g0%0.01 g
Water10.8 g-5.4 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 oats?

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

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 tablespoon6 g23 kcal0.8 g3.5 g0.4 g
Serving of oats for porridge50 g190 kcal6.6 g28.8 g3.3 g
Cup84 g318 kcal11.1 g48.4 g5.5 g
100 g379 kcal13.2 g57.6 g6.5 g

Vitamins and minerals

Per 100 g, oats are highest in phosphorus (59% RI), vitamin B1 (42%), and magnesium (37%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% of the RI per 100 g.

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI
Potassium362 mg18%
Calcium52 mg7%
Magnesium138 mg37%
Phosphorus410 mg59%
Iron4.3 mg31%
Zinc3.6 mg36%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.46 mg42%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.16 mg11%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)1.1 mg7%
Vitamin B60.1 mg7%
Folate32 µg16%
Vitamin E0.4 mg3%
Vitamin K2 µg3%

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

Oats compared with other foods

Oats have more calories per 100 g than 95% of the grain products in our chart. Here’s how foods in the groats, rice, pasta, and cereal category with similar calorie content compare (kcal per 100 g):

  1. All-purpose flour364 kcal
  2. Dry white rice365 kcal
  3. Dry brown rice367 kcal
  4. Dry semolina369 kcal
  5. Dry wheat pasta371 kcal
  6. Dry couscous376 kcal
  7. Dry millet groats378 kcal
  8. Oats379 kcal
  9. Rice cakes387 kcal

Oats in meal plans

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FAQs

How many calories are in a serving of oats for porridge?
A serving of oats for porridge (about 50 g) has about 190 kcal: 6.6 g protein, 28.8 g carbs, and 3.3 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of oats?
100 g of oats has 379 kcal (1586 kJ). For comparison, 100 g of oatmeal made with water has 71 kcal.
How much protein is in oats?
Oats have 13.2 g of protein per 100 g, and a serving of oats for porridge has about 6.6 g.
How many carbs are in oats?
100 g of oats contains 57.6 g of digestible carbs, including 1 g of sugars, plus 10.1 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Cereals, oats, regular and quick, not fortified, dry” (NDB 08120). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and depend on the variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, see the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: . How we prepare our calorie chart.