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Fat-free starchy vegetable side providing potassium and vitamin C
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Herbed boiled potatoes (150 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 90 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.5 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of B6 covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 78 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
135
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
30.5g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 8% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 135 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 72 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 210 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 225 kcal |
Calculated from 90 calories per 100 g.
To make herbed boiled potatoes, boil evenly sized potatoes until fork-tender, drain them well, then toss with chopped herbs and a little olive oil or butter. Add delicate herbs after cooking so their fresh flavor and color remain.
Parsley, dill, chives, and thyme all work well in herbed boiled potatoes. Use one herb or combine a few, and stir them in after draining; fresh herbs give a brighter finish, while dried herbs are best added during cooking.
Choose potatoes that hold their shape, cut them into similarly sized pieces if needed, and simmer rather than vigorously boil them. Drain as soon as a fork slides in easily; leaving them in the water too long can make them break up.
You can make herbed boiled potatoes with the skins on or peeled. Leaving the skins on helps the potatoes hold their shape and adds texture; if you plan to eat them unpeeled, scrub them thoroughly under running water first.
Yes, start whole or cut potatoes in cold water, then bring the pot to a gentle boil. This lets the centers cook more evenly than adding potatoes to already-boiling water, which can soften the outside before the middle is tender.
Yes, you can boil the potatoes ahead and refrigerate them in a covered container. For the freshest flavor, add chopped herbs and any dressing shortly before serving; cold potatoes can also be gently reheated in a pan.
Herbed boiled potatoes pair well with grilled fish, roasted chicken, sausages, or vegetable mains. Their mild, savory flavor also works with a green salad or a tangy yogurt-based sauce, making them an easy side for both casual meals and cookouts.
Yes, herbed boiled potatoes can be served cold or at room temperature, much like a simple potato salad. Toss them with the herbs and dressing once cooled, and keep them chilled until serving if they will not be eaten right away.
You can freeze herbed boiled potatoes, but their texture may turn soft or grainy after thawing. Freeze them without fresh herbs for a better result, then reheat in a pan; freshly cooked potatoes usually have a firmer texture.
Herbed boiled potatoes turn watery when they are overcooked or not drained thoroughly. Drain them as soon as tender and let excess steam escape before adding oil, dressing, or herbs; this also helps the seasonings cling to the potatoes.
Vitamins
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
Vitamin C
19.5mg · 22% DV
Vitamin K
22.5µg · 19% DV
B5
0.52mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
578mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
69mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 135 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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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.
Herbed boiled potatoes are potatoes cooked in water until tender, then seasoned with fresh or dried herbs. Parsley, dill and chives are common choices, though the combination varies; the dish is a simple side rather than a preparation tied to one particular region.
Their soft, hearty texture works well with the fresh, savoury flavour of herbs. Serve them warm alongside fish, roasted vegetables or a main dish, or let them cool and toss them into a potato salad. They are mostly a starchy, virtually fat-free vegetable side, with some fibre. For a lighter finish, use herbs, lemon juice and just a little oil instead of a rich dressing.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.