BeslyPlantains: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
How many calories are in plantains? 122 per 100 g, and 287 for 1 whole (235 g). That serving carries 3.1 g protein, 74.7 g carbs and 0.8 g fat.
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Plantains serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 122 | 1.3 | 31.8 | 0.3 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 35 | 0.4 | 9 | 0.1 |
| 1 whole | 235 | 287 | 3.1 | 74.7 | 0.8 |
| 1 cup | 200 | 244 | 2.6 | 63.6 | 0.7 |
| 1 cup, mashed | 200 | 244 | 2.6 | 63.6 | 0.7 |
| 1 slice | 25 | 30 | 0.3 | 8 | 0.1 |
Where the calories in plantains come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, plantains gets 4% of its calories from protein, 94% from carbs and 2% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (1.3 g protein, 31.8 g carbs, 0.3 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in plantains
A 1 whole (235 g) of plantains also contains 282 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 41.1 g sugar and 0 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 whole (235 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 120 mg | 282 mg |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 4 g |
| Sugar | 17.5 g | 41.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Potassium | 486 mg | 1142.1 mg |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 7 mg |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15.6 mg | 36.7 mg |
How plantains compares with similar foods
Among the 6 foods compared here, plantains is number 6 when sorted from the lowest to the highest calories per 100 g (122 kcal). The comparison uses foods from the same food group (fruit) that have a page on Besly.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | 52 | 0.3 | 13.8 | 0.2 |
| Blueberries | 57 | 0.7 | 14.5 | 0.3 |
| Mango | 60 | 0.7 | 13.5 | 0.3 |
| Grapes | 69 | 0.7 | 18.1 | 0.2 |
| Banana | 89 | 1.1 | 22.8 | 0.3 |
| Plantains (this page) | 122 | 1.3 | 31.8 | 0.3 |
Forms and preparations of plantains
Across the 3 forms listed for plantains, calories range from 122 kcal per 100 g (Plantain, cooked, no added fat) to 144 kcal per 100 g (Plantain, cooked with oil).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantain, cooked, no added fat (main entry) | 122 | 1.3 | 31.8 | 0.3 | 1 whole (235 g): 287 kcal |
| Plantain, cooked with oil | 144 | 1.3 | 30.9 | 3.2 | 1 slice (25 g): 36 kcal |
| Plantain, cooked with butter or margarine | 138 | 1.2 | 28.2 | 2.3 | 1 cup (170 g): 235 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 whole of plantains?
1 whole (235 g) of plantains has 287 calories, with 3.1 g protein, 74.7 g carbs and 0.8 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of plantains?
100 g of plantains has 122 calories, 1.3 g protein, 31.8 g carbs and 0.3 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 35 calories.
Is plantains low in carbs?
Carbs supply 94% of the calories in plantains (protein 4%, fat 2%). Per 100 g there are 31.8 g of carbs, and 1 whole (235 g) has 74.7 g, including 4 g of fiber.
Recipes with plantains
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda_fdc_reimport”, record us.generic.plantain_cooked_no_added_fat). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.