1 serving (medium) of French Fries (120 g) has 374 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.2 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 18 g of fat and 4.6 g of fiber. Its 504 mg of Potassium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

French Fries Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

312

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

38.5g

· 14% DV

Protein

3.4g

· 7% DV

Fat

15g

· 19% DV

Fiber

3.8g

· 14% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 4% · Fat 45%

French Fries Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.18mg · 11% DV

1.6mg · 10% DV

0.4mg · 8% DV

Vitamin E

1.2mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Potassium ⭐

420mg · 12% DV

Sodium

210mg · 9% DV

Phosphorus

55mg · 8% DV

Iron

1mg · 6% DV

How Nutritious Is French Fries?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

33/ 100

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.

French Fries Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

High

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off French Fries

To burn the 312 calories in 100 g:

🚶

77min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

32min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

42min

Cycling

🏊

36min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is French Fries Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-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.

Does French Fries Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is French Fries Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

French Fries Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.9g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.5g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 70:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (70:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About French Fries

How many calories are in French fries?

French fries provide 312 calories per 100 g. The same serving contains 38.5 g of carbohydrates, 15 g of fat, and 3.4 g of protein.

Do French fries have a high glycemic index?

French fries have a glycemic index of 75, which is considered high. They are also classified as ultra-processed.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.