Cornmeal (Polenta / Maize)
Staple Grains & Cereals · 10 specs
Direct Answer
Cornmeal is coarsely ground dried field corn (Zea mays). Per 100g raw, it provides 362 kcal, 76.9g carbohydrates (7.3g fiber), 8.12g protein, and 3.59g fat with a medium glycemic index of 68.
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 170289) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 362 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 76.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g |
| Net Carbohydrates | 69.6 g |
| Protein | 8.12 g |
| Total Fat | 3.59 g |
| Glycemic Index (GI) | 68 (Medium) |
| Water Content | 10.9 g |
| Gluten Status | Naturally Gluten-Free |
| Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio | 4.0 : 1.0 (Liquid to Polenta) |
Carotenoids & Cornmeal Milling
Yellow cornmeal contains lutein and zeaxanthin carotenoids beneficial for ocular macular health, gelatinizing smoothly into Italian polenta or southern cornbread.
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