Calories in Potato
Potato has 77 kcal per 100 g. 1 medium (213 g) has about 164 kcal.
A starchy vegetable often used for energy and satiety. Nutrition values below are estimates per 100g and can help you track calories and macros.
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| Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal |
| Protein | 2.0 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 17.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Sugar | 0.8 g |
Nutrition by grams
Typical portions
- Calories
- 77 kcal
- Protein
- 2.0 g
- Fat
- 0.1 g
- Carbs
- 17.5 g
Calories in typical portions
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 77 kcal | 2 g |
| 1 medium | 213 g | 164 kcal | 4.3 g |
| 1 large | 299 g | 230 kcal | 6 g |
Tips for tracking potato
- Plain potatoes are moderate in calories; the same 100 g as fries has about four times as many.
- Boiled potatoes that have cooled down fill you up well, and keeping the skin adds fiber.
How long it takes to burn 164 kcal (1 medium)
Walking
38 min
Cycling
20 min
Running
14 min
Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult at a steady pace.
More Grains & starchy foods
- Calories in Rice · 130 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Pasta · 157 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Sweet Potato · 86 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Oatmeal · 68 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Soft Pretzel · 280 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Rice Cakes · 387 kcal/100 g
FAQ
- How many calories are in potato?
- Potato has about 77 calories per 100g.
- How many calories are in a typical portion of potato?
- A typical portion (1 medium, 213 g) has about 164 kcal and 4.3 g of protein.
- Is potato high in protein?
- Potato provides around 2g of protein per 100g.
- Can I use this for meal tracking?
- Yes. Use these nutrition estimates to log meals and compare your daily calorie and macro totals.
Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages; brands and preparation can differ.
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