Grain

How much fiber is in corn tortilla?

Corn Tortilla has 3 g of fiber per 2 tortillas (48 g). That is 11% of the daily value and a good amount for a grain.

per 2 tortillas

6.3g

per 100 g

11%

daily value

#14of 41

grains

Soluble vs insoluble

Soluble 0.6g 20% Insoluble 2.4g 80%

The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.

About corn tortilla and fiber

Two corn tortillas provide 3 grams of fiber, double two flour tortillas, because they are made from whole corn masa. They are also gluten-free and low FODMAP.

Counts toward plant diversityLow FODMAP at this serving

How corn tortilla compares to other grains

Per typical serving. The highest grain in the database is whole wheat pasta at 6.3 g.

Food	Serving	Fiber	Per 100 g	% DV
Popcorn	3 cups popped	3.5 g	14.6 g	13%
Whole Wheat Tortilla	1 tortilla	3.2 g	7.1 g	11%
Barley	1/2 cup cooked	3 g	3.8 g	11%
Sprouted Grain Bread	1 slice	3 g	8.8 g	11%
Wheat Bran	2 tbsp	3 g	42.9 g	11%
Wild Rice	1 cup cooked	3 g	1.8 g	11%
Corn Tortilla	2 tortillas	3 g	6.3 g	11%

All 41 grains ranked by fiber

Servings to reach a daily goal

9×

servings of corn tortilla to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women

13×

servings of corn tortilla to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men

Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.

USDA entries for corn tortilla

Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.

USDA description	Fiber / 100 g	Soluble	Insoluble
Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, corn	6.3 g	–	–
Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, corn, without added salt	5.2 g	–	–
Tortilla, corn	6.3 g	–	–

Frequently asked questions

How much fiber is in corn tortilla?

2 tortillas of corn tortilla, about 48 grams, contains 3 grams of dietary fiber. That is 6.3 grams of fiber per 100 grams and 11% of the 28 gram daily value.

Is corn tortilla high in fiber?

Corn Tortilla is a good source at 3 g per serving, ranking 14 of 41 grains in the FiberUp database. Pairing it with a legume or whole grain gets a meal past 10 g.

Is the fiber in corn tortilla soluble or insoluble?

About 20% of the fiber in corn tortilla is soluble (0.6 g) and 80% is insoluble (2.4 g). Soluble fiber forms a gel that slows digestion and feeds gut bacteria; insoluble fiber adds bulk and speeds transit.

How many servings of corn tortilla would reach a daily fiber goal?

It would take about 9 servings to reach 25 g (the adequate intake for adult women) and 13 servings to reach 38 g (adult men). Spreading fiber across several foods is easier and better for gut bacteria diversity.

Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.