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Source of fiber and manganese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cooked ground oats (234 g) has 166 calories. That works out to 71 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.1 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 1.8 mg of Manganese covers 79% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 234 g
166
KCAL / 234G
Carbs
28.1g
· 10% DV
Protein
5.9g
· 12% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 14% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.59 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.68 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 234 g | 166 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (thick) | 60 g | 43 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 71 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 117 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 200 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 213 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 351 g | 249 kcal |
Calculated from 71 calories per 100 g.
Cooked ground oats are oats that have been milled into small particles and simmered with liquid until soft and spoonable. They make a smoother, quicker-cooking porridge than intact oat groats, though the texture depends on how finely the oats are ground.
Yes. Blend rolled oats until finely ground, then cook them with water or milk, stirring as they thicken. Grinding them yourself gives you control over the texture; avoid blending them into a powder if you want a little more bite.
Whisk cooked ground oats into cold liquid gradually, then keep stirring as the mixture heats. Because fine oats absorb liquid quickly, adding them all at once can create clumps before they have a chance to cook evenly.
No. Oat flour is a dry ingredient used in baking, while cooked ground oats are a prepared porridge. You can start with the same ground oats, but the cooked version contains added liquid and behaves differently in recipes.
Yes, cooked ground oats can replace rolled-oat oatmeal, but the bowl will be smoother and usually less chewy. Add the ground oats gradually and adjust the liquid as they cook, since their fine texture thickens porridge quickly.
Yes, you can cook cooked ground oats ahead and refrigerate them in a covered container once cooled. They thicken as they sit, so stir in a little water or milk when reheating to bring back a soft porridge texture.
Yes, cooked ground oats can be frozen in individual portions. Their texture may become less smooth after thawing, so thaw them in the refrigerator and stir thoroughly with a splash of liquid while reheating.
Yes, cooked ground oats can work as a pre-workout meal because they provide carbohydrates and are easy to portion. Have them early enough to feel comfortable, and add a familiar topping such as banana or yogurt if you want a more substantial meal.
Yes, cooked ground oats can raise blood sugar because they contain digestible carbohydrates. Eating them with protein, such as eggs or yogurt, and adding nuts can make the meal more balanced; people managing diabetes may need advice tailored to them.
They can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, and their fiber can contribute to fullness. Keep toppings such as syrup and nut butter in mind, since generous additions can make a bowl much more energy-dense.
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B5
0.59mg · 12% DV
Biotin
1.17µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.83mg · 80% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
143mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.68mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 166 calories in 1 cup (medium) (234 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cooked ground oats are oats milled to a finer texture, then simmered with water or milk until soft and spoonable. They make a familiar warm breakfast porridge in many places, and can be served thick or loose depending on how much liquid you use. Top with fruit, nuts, cinnamon or yoghurt for a sweet bowl, or try a savoury version with egg and herbs. They provide fibre and manganese; each 100 g contains 1.7 g of fibre. For a lighter bowl, cook them with water and add fruit, or stir in nuts or yoghurt for a more substantial meal.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.59g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.