Oats dry calories — 100 g, serving sizes and calculator
Oats dry has about 389 kcal per 100 g. A common serving such as 1/2 cup dry is about 156 kcal. Use the calculator below to estimate your own portion.
Oats dry portion calculator
Enter your portion and choose grams, ounces or a common serving. The result scales calories and macros from the per-100 g estimate.
Use packaged labels or your own recipe total when available. Restaurant and homemade portions can vary a lot.
Estimated total
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Rounded estimate for everyday tracking.
Oats dry calories by serving size
| Serving | Approx. amount | Approx. calories |
|---|---|---|
| Reference amount | 100 g | 389 kcal |
| 1/2 cup dry | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup dry | 80 g | 311 kcal |
Values are rounded. The biggest source of error is usually portion size, added oil, sauces, sugar, toppings or brand differences.
Oats dry nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 389 kcal |
| Protein | 17 g |
| Carbohydrates | 66 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
Can Oats dry fit a weight-loss diet?
Oats dry can be useful in a filling meal because it contributes protein. Balance it with vegetables, fruit, whole grains or other foods that fit your calorie target.
How to track Oats dry accurately
- Use the product label for packaged foods when available.
- For homemade dishes, calculate the full recipe and divide by the number of servings.
- Count extras such as oil, butter, ghee, cheese, mayonnaise, nuts and sugary sauces.
- Use the same bowl, spoon or plate when you want consistent estimates without weighing every meal.
How long to burn off 1/2 cup dry?
For a serving of about 156 kcal, a 70 kg adult might burn a similar amount in roughly:
| Activity | Approx. time |
|---|---|
| Easy walking | 45 min |
| Brisk walking | 31 min |
| Running | 16 min |
| Cycling | 22 min |
Exercise burn varies with body weight, speed, incline, fitness level and intensity. Use this as a rough comparison, not a medical or training prescription.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Oats dry?
Oats dry has about 389 kcal per 100 g. A common serving such as 1/2 cup dry has about 156 kcal.
How many calories are in 100 g of Oats dry?
There are about 389 kcal in 100 g of Oats dry.
Is Oats dry good for weight loss?
It can fit a weight-loss plan if the portion fits your daily calorie target. Use the portion calculator on this page to scale the estimate to what you actually ate.
Why is my calorie count different?
Different brands, recipes, cooking methods, water content and serving sizes can change the final calories. For packaged food, prefer the nutrition label.
Data note
EKCal food pages combine standard food-composition references with practical serving estimates. Values are rounded and may differ by variety, brand and preparation. See Sources & Methodology.