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Corn tortilla

Per 100 g (3.5 oz), corn tortillas combine 5.2 g of fiber and 5.7 g of protein with 222 kcal, a moderate energy density.

Last reviewed: By USDA description: Corn tortilla

  • 222 kcalCalories per 100 g
  • 5.7 gProtein per 100 g
  • 5.2 gFiber per 100 g
  • Estimated satiety: 2 out of 5

Nutrition facts

A typical 30 g (1 oz) serving provides about 67 kcal, 1.7 g of protein, and 1.6 g of fiber.

Values for corn tortilla per 100 g (3.5 oz) and per typical serving of 30 g (1 oz).
NutrientPer 100 g (3.5 oz)Per serving (30 g (1 oz))
Calories222 kcal67 kcal
Protein5.7 g1.7 g
Carbohydrates46.6 g14 g
of which sugars0.9 g0.3 g
Fiber5.2 g1.6 g
Fat2.5 g0.8 g
of which saturated0.3 g0.1 g
Water44.1 g13.2 g

The typical serving is a common amount used for the math, not a recommendation. Ounces and cups are rounded US equivalents; the values come from the database entry cited in the sources.

Satiety

Moderate energy density; moderate fiber per calorie.

The 1 to 5 score is our own estimate: it starts at 1 point, adds points for low energy density, for protein and fiber per 100 kcal, and for the water in solid foods, and subtracts points for drinks with calories. It is useful for comparing foods with each other; it is not a measurement in people.

What to keep in mind on a GLP-1 medication

High in fiber
It has at least 3 g of fiber per 100 g. Fiber adds bulk and slows digestion, which contributes to fullness, and it helps keep you regular; constipation is a common side effect of GLP-1 medications. It is usually easier to tolerate when you increase it gradually and drink enough water.

Frequently asked questions about corn tortillas

How much protein is in a corn tortilla?

A corn tortilla, our reference serving of 30 g (1 oz), has about 1.7 g of protein. 100 g (3.5 oz) of corn tortillas has 5.7 g of protein. That is 2.6 g of protein per 100 kcal.

How many calories does a corn tortilla have?

A corn tortilla, our reference serving of 30 g (1 oz), has about 67 kcal. 100 g (3.5 oz) of corn tortillas has 222 kcal. That is a moderate energy density.

Do corn tortillas have fiber?

A corn tortilla, our reference serving of 30 g (1 oz), has about 1.6 g of fiber. 100 g (3.5 oz) of corn tortillas has 5.2 g of fiber. They carry our “High in fiber” tag.

Are corn tortillas filling?

Not very filling for the calories they provide: our estimated satiety score is 2 out of 5. It is based on: moderate energy density; moderate fiber per calorie. It is an estimate based on its composition, not a measurement in people.

What should I know about corn tortillas on a GLP-1 medication?

Based on our tags, this is what matters about corn tortillas on a GLP-1 medication. “High in fiber”: a good amount of fiber, which helps keep you regular; it is easier to tolerate when you increase it gradually and drink enough water. These are general guidelines, not medical advice: everyone tolerates foods differently.

What counts as a normal serving of corn tortillas?

We use 30 g (1 oz) as a typical serving, roughly a corn tortilla. That amount provides about 67 kcal, 1.7 g of protein, and 1.6 g of fiber. It is a reference for calculations, not a recommendation of how much to eat.

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Sources

Sources for the data on this page, with the access date.

  1. USDA FoodData Central: Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, corn, without added salt (FDC ID 173241). U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. accessed .
  2. USDA FoodData Central: Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, corn (FDC ID 175036), sugars value. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. accessed .