Is Hominy a Vegetable?

Ground hominy is called grits or masa. Although a bit of the hull is lost during nixtamalization, hominy is still considered to be a whole grain food. ... As with corn, I'd think of hominy more as a starch or grain than as a vegetable.

What food group is Hominy?

How do the health benefits stack up? Hominy is a grain, so while it's not packed with protein, it's low in fat and helps you get in those all-important whole grains. Nutritionally, it's pretty similar to corn.

Is Hominy good or bad for you?

Hominy is a low-fat food that's easy on the waistline. A one-cup serving has about 119 calories and 1.5 grams of fat. If you're counting carbs, it has about 24 grams; but the good news is that it's a good source of fiber (4.1 grams).

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.