Grains And Cereals • Deep Nutrition Analytics
Cornstarch
Delivering 380 kcal per 100 grams, Cornstarch functions as a grains and cereals with carbohydrates (91.3g) driving its core energy contribution. Laboratory analysis indicates minimal isolated vitamins or minerals, serving primarily for direct caloric fuel. With 90.4g net carbohydrates and 0.3g protein per 100g, it offers measurable macronutrient precision for structured meal planning.
- Protein
- 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates
- 91.3 g
- Fat
- 0.1 g
- Fiber
- 0.9 g
Carbohydrate Quality & Sustained Energy
Cornstarch delivers 91.3g of carbohydrates balanced with 0.9g of fiber, yielding 90.4g of net carbs per 100g. This macro structure supports glycogen replenishment and stable digestive transit.
Complete Nutrition Profile (per 100 g)
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1590 kJ |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 91.3 g |
| Energy | 381 kcal |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.9 g |
Micronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Selenium | 2.8 µg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 2 mg |
| Potassium, K | 3 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 13 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 9 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.8 µg |
Other nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Choline, total | 0.4 mg |
| Water | 8.3 g |
| Isoleucine | 0 g |
| Leucine | 0 g |
| Lysine | 0 g |
| Cystine | 0 g |
| Valine | 0 g |
| Arginine | 0 g |
| Histidine | 0 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0 g |
| Serine | 0 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0 g |
| Ash | 0.1 g |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0 g |
| Tryptophan | 0 g |
| Threonine | 0 g |
| Methionine | 0 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0 g |
| Tyrosine | 0 g |
| Alanine | 0 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.1 g |
| Glycine | 0 g |
| Proline | 0 g |
Nutritional Highlights & Outliers
MicroNutritious Analyzed
Complete USDA FoodData Central laboratory analysis confirms a reliable energy baseline of 380 kcal per 100g.
Serving calculator
Common serving sizes
- cup128 g
Compare Cornstarch with Category Peers
Cornstarch vs Cookies, fortune
Compared to Cookies, fortune, Cornstarch has 9% more carbohydrates and 1% higher calories per 100g.
Cornstarch vs Rice, white, long-grain, precooked or instant, enriched, dry
Compared to Rice, white, long-grain, precooked or instant, enriched, dry, Cornstarch has 11% more carbohydrates and 0% higher calories per 100g.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Cornstarch?
A standard 100-gram serving of Cornstarch contains 380 calories (1590 kJ), alongside 0.3g of protein, 91.3g of carbohydrates, and 0.1g of fat.
In common serving sizes:- 128g (cup): ~486 kcal
Is Cornstarch suitable for a keto or low-carb diet?
No, it is generally not ideal for strict keto. With 90.4g of net carbs per 100g (91.3g total carbs minus 0.9g fiber), consuming Cornstarch will quickly use up a substantial portion of your daily keto carbohydrate allowance.
What are the main vitamins and minerals found in Cornstarch?
Cornstarch exhibits modest micronutrient density, led by Copper at 0.05 mg (6% DV). It functions primarily as a macronutrient energy contributor.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (FDC ID 169698).