Boiled potatoes: calories and macros
Table compiled September 2026 · an estimate, not a measurement
A typical portion is 2 medium potatoes (200 g). It has about 178 kcal, 3.8 g protein, 0.2 g fat and 40.2 g carbohydrate. Per 100 g that is 89 kcal: 1.9 g protein, 0.1 g fat, 20.1 g carbohydrate.
| Nutrition | per 100 g | 2 medium potatoes (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | 178 kcal |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 3.8 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 40.2 g |
Likely range for this portion: 160-195 kcal.
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Generated: September 2026
Boiled potato with dill and butter is the simplest side. On its own it is more filling and lighter than its reputation.
Where the numbers come from
The per-100 g values come from the USDA FoodData Central entry for the same food prepared the same way. It is the US government's reference database, built from lab measurements.
USDA FoodData Central: potato, boiled, cooked without skin, no salt. Calories are derived from protein, fat and carbohydrate at 4, 9 and 4 kcal per gram, so the numbers on the page never contradict each other.
Your kitchen will differ: real calories for a dish like this are usually within ±10%, which for this portion means 160 to 195 kcal. See the Method page for sources and calculations. These are general guides, not medical advice.
What changes the calories
Butter and sour cream make the whole difference: 10 g of butter is 72 kcal, as much as 80 g of the potato itself. Cooled potato contains a little more resistant starch.
Extras that change the portion
Ingredients
potato, water, salt, dill
How it fits in a day
A 178 kcal portion is about 9% of a nominal 2,000 kcal day. Your own daily need depends on weight, height, age and activity, so use a calorie calculator for a real target.
By energy source the dish splits into 9% from protein, 90% from carbohydrate and 1% from fat.
Count your own portion
Portions differ for everyone. To avoid guessing, photograph your own plate: the free Calories from a photo tool estimates the dish, the portion weight, calories and macros in a few seconds, with no signup. One scan a day.
Without a photo: multiply 89 kcal by the weight of the cooked dish in grams and divide by 100. For example, 250 g is about 223 kcal.
Calorie questions
How many calories are in 100 g of Boiled potatoes?
About 89 kcal per 100 g: 1.9 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 20.1 g carbohydrate. It is the USDA reference value for the same food; your kitchen may differ by ±10%.
How many calories are in one portion of Boiled potatoes?
A typical portion (2 medium potatoes, 200 g) has about 178 kcal, or 160 to 195 kcal once recipe differences are allowed for.
How much protein does it have?
About 3.8 g of protein per portion, which is 9% of the dish's calories. Per 100 g it is 1.9 g.
Can I eat it while counting calories?
Yes, any dish can fit a plan if you count the portion. This portion is about 9% of a 2,000 kcal day; a calorie calculator gives your own target. If you have a medical condition, ask a doctor or dietitian.
What adds the most calories?
Butter and sour cream make the whole difference: 10 g of butter is 72 kcal, as much as 80 g of the potato itself.
How do I count calories if my portion is different?
Multiply 89 kcal by the cooked weight in grams and divide by 100. For example 250 g gives about 223 kcal. If you cannot weigh it, photograph the plate in the Calories from a photo tool.