Low-Fat Grains Guide

35 items classified under standard Low-Fat guidelines.

This guide covers all 35 grains classified under Low-Fat guidelines. Low-Fat evaluates foods primarily by total fat content per serving, which determines how each item in this category is classified.

Grains are universally compatible with Low-Fat. Each item listed here is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.

Quick Reference

Food Status Total fat (per 100g)
Amaranth Allowed 0.3g
Arrowroot Powder Allowed 0.2g
Bagel Allowed 1.3g
Barley Allowed 1.2g
Buckwheat Allowed 3.4g
Burrito Allowed 8.5g
Corn Allowed 1.4g
Corn Flakes Allowed 0.2g
Cornmeal Allowed 5.4g
Cornstarch Allowed 0.1g
Croutons Allowed 6.6g
English Muffin Allowed 1.7g
Fried Rice Allowed 3g
Granola Bars Allowed 19.8g
Millet Allowed 4.2g
Naan Allowed 7.3g
Nachos Allowed 15.9g
Oat Flour Allowed 9.1g
Oats Allowed 6.5g
Pancakes Allowed 12.1g
Pasta Allowed 1.5g
Pita Bread Allowed 15.2g
Pizza Allowed 12.6g
Quinoa Allowed 1.9g
Rice Allowed 4.3g
Rice Cakes Allowed 4.3g
Rice Crackers Allowed 5g
Rice Noodles Allowed 0.6g
Rye Bread Allowed 1.6g
Sourdough Bread Allowed 2.4g
Spelt Allowed 0.9g
Tacos Allowed 9.2g
Tapioca Starch Allowed 0g
Waffles Allowed 9.5g
Wheat Flour Allowed 2g

Classification Breakdown

35 Allowed — These grains are low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern.

Modern low-fat practice distinguishes between fat types — olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts are often kept.

Allowed Grains (35)

Amaranth

Allowed

At 0.3g total fat per 100g, Amaranth falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Among the 35 items in this category, amaranth sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Rice Noodles at 0.6g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

23kcalCalories
2.5gProtein
0.3gFat
4gCarbs
0.1gSat. Fat

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Arrowroot Powder

Allowed

At 0.2g total fat per 100g, Arrowroot Powder falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Among the 35 items in this category, arrowroot powder sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Corn Flakes at 0.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

65kcalCalories
4.2gProtein
0.2gFat
13.4gCarbs
0gSat. Fat

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Bagel

Allowed

Bagel is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 1.3g total fat per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.6g protein and 422mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Barley and Corn for total fat, ranking 9 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

264kcalCalories
10.6gProtein
1.3gFat
52.4gCarbs
0.4gSat. Fat

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Barley

Allowed

Barley is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 1.2g total fat per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9.9g protein and 15.6g fiber per serving. Among the 35 items in this category, barley sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Bagel at 1.3g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

352kcalCalories
9.9gProtein
1.2gFat
77.7gCarbs
0.2gSat. Fat

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Buckwheat

Allowed

Buckwheat is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 3.4g total fat per 100g. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 13.2g protein and 10g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Fried Rice and Millet for total fat, ranking 18 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

343kcalCalories
13.2gProtein
3.4gFat
71.5gCarbs
0.7gSat. Fat

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Burrito

Allowed

Burrito is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 8.5g total fat per 100g. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 11.1g protein and 8.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Naan at 7.3g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

219kcalCalories
11.1gProtein
8.5gFat
23.9gCarbs
3.5gSat. Fat

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Corn

Allowed

At 1.4g total fat per 100g, Corn falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Within this category, it falls between Bagel and Pasta for total fat, ranking 10 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSat. Fat
Sweet Corn (raw)86kcal3.3g1.4g18.7g0.3g
Sweet Corn (canned)67kcal2.3g1.2g14.3g0.2g

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Corn Flakes

Allowed

With 0.2g total fat per 100g, Corn Flakes earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Among the 35 items in this category, corn flakes sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Amaranth at 0.3g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

44kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.2gFat
9.4gCarbs
0gSat. Fat

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Cornmeal

Allowed

With 5.4g total fat per 100g, Cornmeal earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 10.4g protein and 5.4g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Rice Crackers and Oats for total fat, ranking 23 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

398kcalCalories
10.4gProtein
5.4gFat
76.9gCarbs
0.9gSat. Fat

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Cornstarch

Allowed

Cornstarch is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 0.1g total fat per 100g. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Among the 35 items in this category, cornstarch sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Arrowroot Powder at 0.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

381kcalCalories
0.3gProtein
0.1gFat
91.3gCarbs
0gSat. Fat

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Croutons

Allowed

With 6.6g total fat per 100g, Croutons earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, croutons also provides 11.9g protein and 6.6g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Oats and Naan for total fat, ranking 25 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

407kcalCalories
11.9gProtein
6.6gFat
73.5gCarbs
1.5gSat. Fat

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English Muffin

Allowed

At 1.7g total fat per 100g, English Muffin falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, english muffin also provides 8.9g protein and 3.5g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Rye Bread and Quinoa for total fat, ranking 13 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

227kcalCalories
8.9gProtein
1.7gFat
44.2gCarbs
0.7gSat. Fat

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Fried Rice

Allowed

At 3g total fat per 100g, Fried Rice falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, fried rice also provides 387mg sodium per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Sourdough Bread and Buckwheat for total fat, ranking 17 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

174kcalCalories
4.1gProtein
3gFat
32.8gCarbs
0.5gSat. Fat

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Granola Bars

Allowed

Granola Bars is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 19.8g total fat per 100g. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 10.1g protein and 19.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Nachos at 15.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

471kcalCalories
10.1gProtein
19.8gFat
64.4gCarbs
2.4gSat. Fat

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Millet

Allowed

At 4.2g total fat per 100g, Millet falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11g protein and 8.5g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Buckwheat and Rice for total fat, ranking 19 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

378kcalCalories
11gProtein
4.2gFat
72.8gCarbs
0.7gSat. Fat

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Naan

Allowed

Naan is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 7.3g total fat per 100g. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 11.1g protein and 7.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Croutons and Burrito for total fat, ranking 26 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

311kcalCalories
11.1gProtein
7.3gFat
50.2gCarbs
3.2gSat. Fat

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Nachos

Allowed

Nachos is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 15.9g total fat per 100g. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 7.6g protein and 15.9g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Pita Bread at 15.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

265kcalCalories
7.6gProtein
15.9gFat
23.9gCarbs
3.5gSat. Fat

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Oat Flour

Allowed

With 9.1g total fat per 100g, Oat Flour earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 14.7g protein and 9.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Burrito at 8.5g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

404kcalCalories
14.7gProtein
9.1gFat
65.7gCarbs
1.6gSat. Fat

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Oats

Allowed

With 6.5g total fat per 100g, Oats earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 13.2g protein and 6.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cornmeal and Croutons for total fat, ranking 24 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSat. Fat
Rolled Oats (dry)379kcal13.2g6.5g67.7g1.1g
Oatmeal (cooked)379kcal13.2g6.5g67.7g1.1g

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Pancakes

Allowed

With 12.1g total fat per 100g, Pancakes earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 7.4g protein and 12.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Waffles at 9.5g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

282kcalCalories
7.4gProtein
12.1gFat
35.3gCarbs
3gSat. Fat

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Pasta

Allowed

Pasta is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 1.5g total fat per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13g protein and 3.2g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Corn and Rye Bread for total fat, ranking 11 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSat. Fat
Regular Pasta (cooked)157kcal5.8g0.9g30.6g0.2g
Whole Wheat Pasta (cooked)159kcal5.8g1.5g31.5g0.2g

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Pita Bread

Allowed

Pita Bread is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 15.2g total fat per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.8g protein and 15.2g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Pizza at 12.6g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

457kcalCalories
11.8gProtein
15.2gFat
68.3gCarbs
1.3gSat. Fat

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Pizza

Allowed

At 12.6g total fat per 100g, Pizza falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, pizza also provides 11.7g protein and 12.6g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Pancakes at 12.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

280kcalCalories
11.7gProtein
12.6gFat
29.9gCarbs
5.2gSat. Fat

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Quinoa

Allowed

Quinoa is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 1.9g total fat per 100g. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. It also contains 2.8g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between English Muffin and Wheat Flour for total fat, ranking 14 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSat. Fat
Dry368kcal14.1g6.1g64.2g0.7g
Cooked120kcal4.4g1.9g21.3g0.2g

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Rice

Allowed

With 4.3g total fat per 100g, Rice earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, rice also provides 7.1g protein and 4.2g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Millet and Rice Cakes for total fat, ranking 20 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSat. Fat
White Rice (cooked)130kcal2.7g0.3g28.2g0.1g
Brown Rice (cooked)112kcal2.3g0.8g23.5g0.2g

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Rice Cakes

Allowed

With 4.3g total fat per 100g, Rice Cakes earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, rice cakes also provides 7.1g protein and 4.2g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Rice and Rice Crackers for total fat, ranking 21 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

392kcalCalories
7.1gProtein
4.3gFat
81.1gCarbs
0.9gSat. Fat

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Rice Crackers

Allowed

At 5g total fat per 100g, Rice Crackers falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10g protein and 233mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Rice Cakes and Cornmeal for total fat, ranking 22 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

416kcalCalories
10gProtein
5gFat
82.6gCarbs
0gSat. Fat

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Rice Noodles

Allowed

Rice Noodles is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 0.6g total fat per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6g protein per serving. Among the 35 items in this category, rice noodles sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Spelt at 0.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

364kcalCalories
6gProtein
0.6gFat
80.2gCarbs
0.2gSat. Fat

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Rye Bread

Allowed

Rye Bread is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 1.6g total fat per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.3g protein and 15.1g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pasta and English Muffin for total fat, ranking 12 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

338kcalCalories
10.3gProtein
1.6gFat
75.9gCarbs
0.2gSat. Fat

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Sourdough Bread

Allowed

At 2.4g total fat per 100g, Sourdough Bread falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.8g protein and 2.2g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Wheat Flour and Fried Rice for total fat, ranking 16 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

272kcalCalories
10.8gProtein
2.4gFat
51.9gCarbs
0.5gSat. Fat

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Spelt

Allowed

Spelt is classified as Allowed on Low-Fat, with 0.9g total fat per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 5.5g protein and 3.9g fiber per serving. Among the 35 items in this category, spelt sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Barley at 1.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

127kcalCalories
5.5gProtein
0.9gFat
26.4gCarbs
Sat. Fat

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Tacos

Allowed

At 9.2g total fat per 100g, Tacos falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, tacos also provides 6.7g protein and 9.2g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Oat Flour at 9.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

170kcalCalories
6.7gProtein
9.2gFat
15.1gCarbs
3gSat. Fat

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Tapioca Starch

Allowed

With 0g total fat per 100g, Tapioca Starch earns a Allowed classification on Low-Fat. This means it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Among the 35 items in this category, tapioca starch sits at the low end for total fat — next closest is Cornstarch at 0.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

358kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
0gFat
88.7gCarbs
0gSat. Fat

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Waffles

Allowed

At 9.5g total fat per 100g, Waffles falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.4g protein and 9.5g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for total fat. The nearest lower option is Tacos at 9.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

309kcalCalories
7.4gProtein
9.5gFat
48.4gCarbs
2.3gSat. Fat

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Wheat Flour

Allowed

At 2g total fat per 100g, Wheat Flour falls into the Allowed category under Low-Fat guidelines. It is low enough in total fat to fit a low-fat eating pattern. Beyond the primary classification, wheat flour also provides 9.6g protein and 13.1g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Quinoa and Sourdough Bread for total fat, ranking 15 of 35.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

332kcalCalories
9.6gProtein
2gFat
74.5gCarbs
0.4gSat. Fat

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