Calories in Potato (boiled)
Potato (boiled) contains 87 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 medium potato (170 g) — carries about 148 kcal.
A boiled potato is moderate and very filling; frying triples the calories.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 medium potato (170 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | 148 kcal |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 3.2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g | 34 g |
| Fibre | 1.8 g | 3.1 g |
| Sugars | 0.9 g | 1.5 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~37 minutes
~15 minutes
Approximate, for a ~148 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in potato (boiled)?
Potato (boiled) contains 87 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 medium potato (170 g) — carries about 148 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does potato (boiled) have?
Per 100 g: 1.9 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 20 g carbohydrates, of which 1.8 g fibre and 0.9 g sugars.
Is potato (boiled) suitable for a diet?
Yes — at 87 kcal per 100 g, potato (boiled) is a low-calorie food that fits easily into a weight-loss plan. A boiled potato is moderate and very filling; frying triples the calories.
How much does one serving of potato (boiled) weigh?
The typical serving is 1 medium potato (170 g) — about 170 g, which equals ~148 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of potato (boiled)?
Roughly 37 minutes of brisk walking or 15 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.