Foods that start with G
USDA's reference data names 63 common foods that start with G, from gala apples to gumbo; 13 of them are fruits and fruit juices. Each is listed with its calories and protein in a typical portion.
Data: USDA FoodData Central, April 30, 2026 release.
Fruits and Fruit Juices
- Gala apples98 calories, 0.4 g protein in 1 medium
- Gooseberries66 calories, 1.3 g protein in 1 cup
- Granny smith apples97 calories, 0.7 g protein in 1 medium
- Grape juice138 calories, 0.4 g protein in 1 juice box/pouch
- Grapefruit65 calories, 1.2 g protein in 1 half
- Grapefruit juice96 calories, 1.2 g protein in 1 cup
- Grapes125 calories, 1.4 g protein in 1 cup
- Green grapes72 calories per 100 g
- Green kiwifruit90 calories, 1.7 g protein in 1 NLEA serving
- Green olives196 calories, 1.4 g protein in 1 cup
- Green plantains406 calories, 3.3 g protein in 1 plantain
- Guava nectar48 calories per 100 g
- Guavas112 calories, 4.2 g protein in 1 cup
Vegetables and Vegetable Products
- Garlic203 calories, 8.6 g protein in 1 cup
- Ginger root19 calories, 0.4 g protein in 1/4 cup slices
- Gourd19 calories, 1.1 g protein in 1 cup
- Grape leaves93 calories per 100 g
- Green cabbage28 calories, 0.9 g protein in 1 cup
- Green cauliflower20 calories, 1.9 g protein in 1 cup
- Green onions32 calories, 1.8 g protein in 1 cup
- Green peas117 calories, 7.9 g protein in 1 cup
- Green soybeans254 calories, 22.2 g protein in 1 cup
- Green tomatoes21 calories, 1.1 g protein in 1 small
Baked Products
- Garlic bread207 calories, 4.9 g protein in 1 slice
- Gingerbread cake124 calories, 1.2 g protein in 1 oz
- Gluten-free bread83 calories, 1.5 g protein in 1 slice
- Gluten-free cookies155 calories, 0.0 g protein in 3 cookies
- Gluten-free crackers453 calories per 100 g
- Gluten-free rolls145 calories, 5.2 g protein in 1 roll
- Graham crackers65 calories, 1.0 g protein in 1 large rectangular piece or 2 squares or 4 small rectangular pieces
Lamb, Veal, and Game Products
- Goat122 calories, 23.0 g protein in 3 oz
- Ground bison124 calories, 17.2 g protein in 1 patty
- Ground lamb241 calories, 21.0 g protein in 3 oz
- Ground veal146 calories, 20.7 g protein in 3 oz
Dairy and Egg Products
- Goat cheese128 calories, 8.7 g protein in 1 oz
- Goat milk168 calories, 8.7 g protein in 1 cup
- Greek yogurt223 calories, 22.3 g protein in 1 cup
- Gruyere cheese117 calories, 8.5 g protein in 1 oz
Poultry Products
- Goose427 calories, 35.2 g protein in 1 cup, chopped or diced
- Ground chicken121 calories, 16.3 g protein in 1 patty
- Ground turkey128 calories, 26.9 g protein in 3 oz
- Guinea hen94 calories, 17.5 g protein in 3 oz
Fast Foods
- Griddle cake sandwich318 calories per 100 g
- Grilled chicken273 calories, 16.9 g protein in 1 item
Sweets
- Gelatin desserts144 calories, 2.9 g protein in 1 cup
Nut and Seed Products
- Ginkgo nuts52 calories, 1.2 g protein in 1 oz
Cereal Grains and Pasta
- Gluten-free pasta176 calories, 3.7 g protein in 1 cup
Snacks
- Granola bars132 calories, 2.8 g protein in 1 bar
Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
- Gravy115 calories, 1.7 g protein in 1 cup
Legumes and Legume Products
- Great northern beans209 calories, 14.7 g protein in 1 cup
Beef Products
- Ground beef202 calories, 19.4 g protein in 3 oz
Pork Products
- Ground pork157 calories, 26.9 g protein in 3 oz grilled patties
Finfish and Shellfish Products
- Grouper100 calories, 21.1 g protein in 3 oz
Other foods
- Gelato249 calories per 100 g
- Gnocchi125 calories, 6.0 g protein in 1 cup
- Gordita355 calories, 20.4 g protein in 1 cup
- Green beans40 calories, 2.0 g protein in 1 cup
- Green peppers73 calories, 1.1 g protein in 1 cup
- Greens72 calories, 2.3 g protein in 1 cup
- Grilled cheese sandwich356 calories, 13.1 g protein in 1 sandwich
- Grits170 calories, 2.9 g protein in 1 cup, cooked
- Guacamole145 calories per 100 g
- Gumbo203 calories, 20.8 g protein in 1 cup
Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy, Foundation, Survey), April 30, 2026 release.
Sources for this page
- USDA FoodData Central
- the food and product records, April 30, 2026 release. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- FoodData Central documentation
- what each data type is and how branded records are submitted. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- USDA Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies
- the survey foods and their portions. ars.usda.gov
- 21 CFR 101.9, Nutrition labeling of food
- the label format, rounding and Daily Values. ecfr.gov
- FDA, How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label
- the 5% and 20% Daily Value rule. fda.gov