Degermed yellow cornmeal: Nutrition Facts
Degermed cornmeal is ground from yellow corn with the germ removed, then enriched, and is the base for dishes such as polenta. It carries less fiber than whole-grain cornmeal. The figures here are for degermed, enriched, yellow cornmeal, USDA standard reference.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 370 | 7.1 | 79.5 | 3.9 | 1.8 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 370 (19%) | 7.1 (14%) | 79.5 (29%) | 3.9 (14%) | 1.8 (2%) |
| 1 cup (~157 g) | 581 (29%) | 11.2 (22%) | 124.7 (45%) | 6.1 (22%) | 2.7 (4%) |
| 100 g | 370 (19%) | 7.1 (14%) | 79.5 (29%) | 3.9 (14%) | 1.8 (2%) |
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) | 370 | 19% |
| Protein (g) | 7.1 | 14% |
| Carb (g) | 79.5 | 29% |
| Fiber (g) | 3.9 | 14% |
| Fat (g) | 1.8 | 2% |
How much protein in Degermed yellow cornmeal?
Degermed yellow cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow, contains 7.1 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 cup (~157 g) serving therefore provides about 11.2 g of protein.
How many calories in Degermed yellow cornmeal?
Degermed yellow cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow, supplies about 370 kcal per 100 g. A 1 cup (~157 g) serving works out to roughly 581 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 cup (~157 g): 581 kcal, 11.2 g protein, 2.7 g fat
- 100 g: 370 kcal, 7.1 g protein, 1.8 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 168867, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29