How much protein is in Buckwheat Whole Grain?

Buckwheat Whole Grain provides 11.1g of protein per 100g, which is 22% of the recommended daily value.

Is Buckwheat Whole Grain high in fat?

Buckwheat Whole Grain is low in fat with only 3.0g per 100g (4% DV).

What vitamins and minerals are in Buckwheat Whole Grain?

Buckwheat Whole Grain is a notable source of Copper (53% DV), Manganese (53% DV), and Magnesium (48% DV) per 100g.

Buckwheat Whole Grain

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Buckwheat, whole grain

Cereal Grains and Pasta

A 100g serving covers 53% of the daily recommended Copper, making Buckwheat Whole Grain one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (11.1g), fat (3g), and carbohydrates (71.1g) per 100g. With only 0mg of sodium, Buckwheat Whole Grain is naturally very low in sodium and suitable for sodium-restricted diets. Fiber content sits at 4g per 100g — not a primary source, but it adds up in combination with other high-fiber foods. Nutritionally broad, Buckwheat Whole Grain delivers meaningful amounts of 14 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories0kcal

Protein11.1G

Fat3G

Carbs71.1G

Fiber4G

Calorie Distribution

356kcal

Protein12%11.1 g
Fat8%3 g
Carbs80%71.1 g

Serving Size

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water	12.9	G
Protein	11.1	G
Total lipid (fat)	3.0	G
Carbohydrate, by difference	71.1	G
Fiber, total dietary	4.0	G

Thiamin	0.54	MG
Riboflavin	0.18	MG
Niacin	5.4	MG
Vitamin B-6	0.28	MG

Calcium, Ca	13.6	MG
Iron, Fe	2.4	MG
Magnesium, Mg	203	MG
Phosphorus, P	374	MG
Potassium, K	415	MG
Sodium, Na	0	MG
Zinc, Zn	2.2	MG
Copper, Cu	0.48	MG
Manganese, Mn	1.2	MG
Selenium, Se	13.6	UG

Energy (Atwater General Factors)	356	KCAL
Energy (Atwater Specific Factors)	332	KCAL
Nitrogen	1.9	G
Ash	1.8	G
Total dietary fiber (AOAC 2011.25)	4.8	G
High Molecular Weight Dietary Fiber (HMWDF)	4.1	G
Low Molecular Weight Dietary Fiber (LMWDF)	0	G
Beta-glucan	0	G
Starch	61.6	G
Molybdenum, Mo	55.3	UG
Biotin	18.6	UG

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Nutrient Highlights

Buckwheat Whole Grain is a excellent source of Magnesium (48% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
Buckwheat Whole Grain is a excellent source of Protein (22% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
Buckwheat Whole Grain is a excellent source of Zinc (20% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
Buckwheat Whole Grain is a good source of Fiber (14% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
Buckwheat Whole Grain is a good source of Iron (14% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron

Dietary Considerations

With 415mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Buckwheat Whole Grain. See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.
Buckwheat Whole Grain is naturally low in sodium at 0mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

Magnesium: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
Fiber: top 13% (#1,074 of 8,262)
Potassium: top 13% (#1,074 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories0

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 3.0G4%

Cholesterol 0mg0%

Sodium 0MG0%

Total Carbohydrate 71.1G26%

Dietary Fiber 4.0G14%

Total Sugars 0

Protein 11.1G22%

Vitamin D 0mcg0%

Calcium 13.6MG1%

Iron 2.4MG14%

Potassium 415MG9%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Data Source

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 2512378.

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