Grains & pasta

Millet flour

FDC 172023cup (119 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 52 · -12 vs Grains & pasta median

Millet flour scores 52 of 100, placing it 44th of 60 in grains and pasta, a middling result that reflects a decent but not standout spread. Per 100 grams it supplies 28% of the Daily Value for magnesium and 22% each for protein and iron, with a more modest 13% for fiber once the grain is milled.

Milling into flour smooths out some of the fiber you would get from the whole grain, so it trades a little nutrition for versatility. It is gluten-free with a mild, slightly sweet flavor, and it behaves best blended with other flours in flatbreads, pancakes and quick breads rather than used alone. Wholegrain options in the same category score higher if fiber is your priority.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 10.8 g · 11%Carb 75.1 g · 79%Fat 4.3 g · 10%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories382 kcal19%
Total fat4.3 g5%
Saturated fat0.54 g3%
Cholesterol-
Sodium4 mg0%
Carbohydrate75 g27%
Dietary fiber3.5 g13%
Sugars1.7 g
Protein11 g22%
Potassium224 mg5%
Calcium14 mg1%
Iron3.9 mg22%
Magnesium119 mg28%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A-
Vitamin E0.11 mg1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain

FDC 172023

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Magnesium28% DV
Protein22% DV
Iron22% DV
Dietary fiber13% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the grains & pasta median

Nutrient density52 vs 64 median
Protein / 100 g11 vs 11 median
Fiber / 100 g3.5 vs 6.7 median
Sodium / 100 g4 vs 5 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Sorghum flour, whole-grainDensity 55 vs 52Millet, rawDensity 55 vs 52TriticaleDensity 55 vs 52

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