Food guide

Triticale

A wheat–rye hybrid grain with more protein than most cooked cereals and a nutty chew.

Whole GrainsPlant-Based

Triticale, a nutrient-dense whole grains food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of triticale, dry for fair comparison. Typical serving: 50 g dry — 168 kcal per 50 g serving.

Nutrition information for Triticale
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	336 kcal	168 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	13 g	6.5 g	3.9 g
Carbohydrate	72.2 g	36.1 g	21.5 g
Fat	2 g	1 g	0.6 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of triticale, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Triticale
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0.9 mg	0.45 mg	6%
Thiamin	0.42 mg	0.21 mg	35%
Riboflavin	0.13 mg	0.065 mg	10%
Niacin	1.4 mg	0.7 mg	9%
Vitamin B6	0.14 mg	0.07 mg	8%
Folate	73 µg	36.5 µg	18%
Vitamin B12	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Pantothenic acid	1.3 mg	0.65 mg	26%
Minerals
Calcium	37 mg	18.5 mg	3%
Iron	2.6 mg	1.3 mg	14%
Magnesium	130 mg	65 mg	31%
Phosphorus	358 mg	179 mg	29%
Potassium	332 mg	166 mg	7%
Sodium	5 mg	2.5 mg	<1%
Zinc	3.5 mg	1.8 mg	32%
Copper	0.46 mg	0.23 mg	51%
Manganese	3.2 mg	1.6 mg	139%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Triticale

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat triticale?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
A wheat–rye hybrid grain with more protein than most cooked cereals and a nutty chew.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Roasted vegetables, Yogurt, Lemon.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.