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Low fat, air-fried potatoes
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
100 g of French Fries (Airfryer, Low Fat) has 120 calories. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 2.1 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 420 mg of Potassium covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
French fries made in an air fryer with little oil are potato batons cooked by circulating hot air until their edges turn golden and crisp. Although both Belgium and France are associated with the origins of fries, their exact history is debated; air-frying is a home-friendly way to prepare them with less added oil.
They are usually served hot as a side with burgers, sandwiches, or grilled dishes, or enjoyed as a snack with ketchup or another dipping sauce. In nutritional terms, they are mainly a source of carbohydrate, with relatively little fat and some fibre. For a lighter plate, season them with herbs or spices instead of adding extra oil, and pair them with vegetables or a fresh salad.
Selected: 100 g
120
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
25.2g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
2.1g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 7% · Fat 15%
Vitamins
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
420mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
23mg · 5% DV
Calcium
10mg · 1% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 120 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
Cut the potatoes evenly, dry them thoroughly, and spread them in a single layer rather than crowding the basket. Shake the basket during cooking so hot air reaches more sides and the fries brown evenly.
Floury, high-starch potatoes usually give low-fat air-fryer French fries a fluffy middle and crisp outside. Waxy potatoes can work too, but their firmer texture may not brown in quite the same way.
Yes, oil is optional; the potatoes will still cook without it. A light coating of oil can improve browning and help seasonings stick, but using too much may make the fries greasy.
Soaking is optional, but it can wash away some surface starch and help the fries crisp. Dry the potato pieces thoroughly afterward, since excess water can leave them soft instead of browned.
Yes, frozen fries can go straight into the air fryer without thawing. Check whether they are already coated in oil, and shake the basket during cooking for more even browning.
They often turn soggy when the basket is overcrowded or the cut potatoes are still wet. Cook a smaller batch, dry fresh-cut pieces well, and leave space for hot air to circulate.
Preheating can help the fries start browning as soon as they enter the basket, but it is not essential for every model. Follow your appliance’s instructions and check the fries as they cook.
Salt the fries while they are hot so it sticks more easily. For other seasonings, toss them with the potatoes before cooking; delicate herbs are better added near the end to avoid scorching.
Reheat them in the air fryer until hot and crisp again; a microwave tends to make fries softer. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container once cool, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Usually, yes: air-fryer fries made with little oil contain less added fat than fries cooked in a deep fryer. They are still potatoes, and toppings or large portions can change how filling the meal is.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.