flour tortilla or corn tortilla: Which has fewer calories?

Q: flour tortilla or corn tortilla: Which has fewer calories?

corn tortilla: 218 vs 304 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). In tacos and wraps, the corn tortilla is whole grain and gluten-free, with fewer calories and sodium. It’s smaller and more brittle — warm it before rolling.

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In tacos and wraps, the corn tortilla is whole grain and gluten-free, with fewer calories and sodium. It’s smaller and more brittle — warm it before rolling.

Side by side (per 100 g)

Both options’ macros with TACO/USDA sourcing. The difference is shown neutrally — the real win is in the badge above.

01flour tortilla304 kcal/100g

02corn tortilla218 kcal/100g

per 100 g	flour tortilla	corn tortilla	difference
Calories	304	218	−86
Protein	8g	5.7g	−2.3g
Carbs	50g	44.6g	−5.4g
Fiber●	—	6.3g	—
Sugar	—	0.9g	—
Fat	7g	2.9g	−4.1g

source: TACO/USDA · USDA

What changes in flavor and texture

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