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.