Corn Tortilla calories & macros
218 calories per 100 g · 57 calories per 1 tortilla (26 g). Corn Tortilla (ready-to-bake or fry).
A corn tortilla is about 57 calories, roughly half a slice of bread's worth, which makes tacos one of the more forgiving formats for a calorie target. Corn tortillas also carry more fiber than flour ones and no added fat, since flour tortillas are made with shortening. Three tortillas is around 170 calories — the fillings, not the base, will decide the meal.
Full nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tortilla (26 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 218 | 57 |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 11.6 g |
| Fat | 2.9 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 6.3 g | 1.6 g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, corn). Values are for the edible portion and vary with variety, ripeness, and preparation.
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Frequently asked
How many calories in a corn tortilla?
About 57 calories for a standard 6-inch tortilla (26 g). Flour tortillas of the same size are typically 90–140 because of the added fat.
Are corn tortillas healthier than flour?
Per tortilla they are lower in calories and fat and higher in fiber, and they are naturally gluten-free. Flour tortillas are softer and larger, which is usually where the extra calories come from.