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A few potatoes provide moderate calories and are a good source of carbohydrates.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
3 piece (small) of Potatoes (few) (120 g) has 92 calories. That works out to 77 calories per 100 g. It contains 21 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 23.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 78 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
A few potatoes are starchy underground tubers, originally domesticated in the Andes and now used in everyday cooking around the world. Their thin or rough skins enclose a mild, earthy flesh that turns soft and fluffy when cooked. They can be boiled, baked, mashed, roasted or added to soups and stews; in many English-speaking homes, they also appear as chips or fries alongside a main dish.
Potatoes are chiefly a source of carbohydrate, with some fibre, and their neutral flavour makes them easy to pair with herbs, vegetables, sauces or protein-rich foods. A modest portion works well as a satisfying side; boiling or baking them rather than deep-frying is a simple way to keep the preparation lighter.
Selected: 100 g
77
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
17.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 10% · Fat 1%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
19.7mg · 22% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
1.05mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
429mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 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 77 calories in 100 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.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Yes, potatoes can be part of a healthy diet. They provide carbohydrates and useful nutrients, especially when boiled or baked; deep-frying them or loading them with butter and rich toppings changes the overall meal.
Sometimes: a firm potato with only a few small sprouts can be used after you cut the sprouts and surrounding eyes away generously. Discard potatoes that are soft, shriveled, or heavily sprouted, as their natural glycoalkaloids may be elevated.
Potatoes turn green when exposed to light, which triggers chlorophyll production and can signal increased levels of natural glycoalkaloids. Store them in a dark place, and avoid eating potatoes with green areas rather than relying on cooking to make them safe.
No, raw potatoes are best kept in a cool, dark, ventilated place rather than the refrigerator. Cold storage can turn some of their starch into sugars, affecting taste and browning when cooked.
Yes, cooked or briefly blanched potatoes can be frozen. Raw potatoes generally freeze poorly: thawing can leave them discolored and with an unpleasant texture. Freeze them in portions you can use without refreezing.
No, peeling potatoes is optional. Wash and scrub the skin well if you plan to eat it, and remove any green, damaged, or rotten areas; peeling does not make a green potato reliably safe.
It is better not to eat raw potatoes. Their uncooked starch is harder to digest and may cause stomach discomfort, while green or sprouted potatoes can contain higher levels of natural glycoalkaloids.
Cooked potatoes generally keep for about three to four days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Discard them if they smell off, feel slimy, or have been left at room temperature for too long.
Both boiling and baking are good ways to cook potatoes; neither requires deep-frying. Boiling can make potatoes absorb water, while baking gives them a drier texture. The amount of oil and toppings often matters more than the cooking method.
No, potatoes do not automatically cause weight gain. Boiled or baked potatoes are different from fries served with large amounts of oil or rich toppings; the portion and what accompanies them affect the meal’s overall energy.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.