Branded Food · Maruchan, Inc.

Instant Lunch

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 400235, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 64g serving, sourced verbatim.

290
Calorieshigh density
7.0g
Proteingood source · 14% DV
39.0g
Carbsgood source · 14% DV
12.0g
Fatgood source · 15% DV
290 calories per 64g serving

Instant Lunch contains 290 calories per 64g serving according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 7.0g of protein, 12.0g of fat, and 39.0g of carbohydrates per serving. Data is sourced verbatim from the Branded Food database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 53% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Instant Lunch carries 10.9g of protein per 100g, more than 53% of USDA whole foods.

10.9g
protein per 100g
Top 47%
protein vs USDA whole foods
453
calories per 100g
3.1g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

FDA labeling rules →

Instant Lunch by Maruchan, Inc. contains 290 calories per 64g serving (453 kcal per 100g USDA basis), according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 7.0g of protein, 12.0g of fat, and 39.0g of carbohydrates per 64g serving. Dietary fiber: 2.0g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values shown match the FDA-format Nutrition Label, computed per serving from USDA per-100g amounts via the manufacturer-declared serving size. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

High Sodium

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Instant Lunch is catalogued there as FDC ID 400235, a branded food entry from Maruchan, Inc.. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC Branded Food program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. The Nutrition Label below shows the per-serving values that match the package; the per-100 g basis is noted where the two differ.

By the per-100g standardization, Instant Lunch reads as high sodium within common dietary frameworks. Check the full breakdown above for vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Instant Lunch is a carbohydrate-dense food that can serve as a quick energy source.

At 7% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Notable micronutrients include Iron, Fe (23% DV).

Note: at 1190mg per 64g serving (52% of the 2,300mg daily limit), this food is relatively high in sodium. Those monitoring salt intake should factor this in.

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list, always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 64g Amount per serving Calories 290 % Daily Value* Total Fat 12g 15% Saturated Fat 6g 30% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 1190mg 52% Total Carbohydrate 39g 14% Dietary Fiber 2g 7% Total Sugars 2g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 7g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 20mg 2% Iron 3mg 15% Potassium 0mg 0% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 64g serving · 453 kcal per 100g basis

Macro Breakdown

290
Calories per 64g serving
453 kcal per 100g (USDA basis)

290 kcal = 14% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%14of 2,000 kcal
290 kcal = 14% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 7.0gF: 12.0gC: 39.0g
7.0g
Protein
14% DV
12.0g
Total Fat
15% DV
39.0g
Carbs
14% DV
2.0g
Fiber
7% DV
2.0g
Sugar
no FDA DV
1190mg
Sodium
52% DV

Values shown per 64g serving, match the FDA Nutrition Label panel. USDA stores the raw amounts per 100g; this page applies the manufacturer-declared serving size to render the on-package values.

Where Instant Lunch ranks on protein

Its 10.9g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Instant Lunch vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

11 Top 47% higher than 53% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). Below this entry. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). This entry sits in this band. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 60.9 G
22%
Energy 453 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 3.1 G
11%
Protein 10.9 G
22%
Total Sugars 3.1 G
Total lipid (fat) 18.8 G
24%

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 2 MG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 31 MG
2%
Iron, Fe 4 MG
23%
Sodium, Na 1859 MG
81%
Vitamin A, IU 156 IU

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 0 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 9.4 G
47%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.00 G

Key takeaways

  • Instant Lunch delivers 7.0g of protein per 100g, more than 53% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 290 calories per 100g.
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 23% of the Daily Value per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits high sodium patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Instant Lunch? ▼
Instant Lunch contains 290 calories per 64g serving (453 cal per 100g basis, USDA storage). It has 7.0g of protein, 12.0g of fat, and 39.0g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Instant Lunch? ▼
Per 64g serving, Instant Lunch has 7.0g protein (10% of calories), 12.0g fat, and 39.0g carbs. Fiber: 2.0g. Sugar: 2.0g.
How much sodium is in Instant Lunch? ▼
Instant Lunch contains 1190mg of sodium per 64g serving, which is 52% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Instant Lunch high in fiber? ▼
Instant Lunch contains 2.0g of dietary fiber per 64g serving, which is 7% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Instant Lunch keto-friendly? ▼
Instant Lunch has 39.0g of carbs per 64g serving (54% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Instant Lunch good for a diet? ▼
Instant Lunch has 290 calories per 64g serving. Fat content: 12.0g.
What vitamins and minerals are in Instant Lunch? ▼
Instant Lunch is notably rich in Iron, Fe (23% DV). Daily-value percentages are computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis as published in FoodData Central.
How does Instant Lunch compare to other foods? ▼
Instant Lunch provides 290 calories and 7.0g protein per 64g serving. That is 41 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 400235) — Branded Food database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

How serving-size math works on this page: USDA stores all nutrient amounts on a per-100g basis for consistency across the catalog. Because the manufacturer declared a 64g serving for this product, the headline values (calories, macros) are multiplied by 64/100 = 0.640 to render the same values you would read on the FDA Nutrition Facts panel. The page surfaces both bases for full transparency.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

All federal data sources used on this page

Every figure on GetFoodFacts is rendered directly from official USDA FoodData Central records, no number is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.