How many carbs are in potatoes, boiled?
0.5 cup of potatoes, boiled contains about 15.7g of carbohydrate, 14.1g net carbs after subtracting 1.6g of fiber, 1.5g of protein, and 68 calories.
Carbs by portion size
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 cup (78g) | 15.7g | 1.6g | 14.1g |
| 1 potato (2-1/2" dia, sphere) (136g) | 27.4g | 2.7g | 24.7g |
| 100 grams (100g) | 20.1g | 2g | 18.1g |
Net carbs in potatoes, boiled
0.5 cup of potatoes, boiled contains 14.1g of net carbs — total carbs (15.7g) minus dietary fiber (1.6g). Net carbs are the carbs your body actually digests and that raise blood glucose. See our guide to net carbs for how this calculation works and when to use it.
Full nutrition for potatoes, boiled (per 100g)
- Calories: 87 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 20.1g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 0.9g
- Protein: 1.9g
- Fat: 0.1g
Reference values from USDA FoodData Central (sr legacy dataset, fdcId 170114). Values are per 100 grams.
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How many carbs are in potatoes, boiled?
0.5 cup of potatoes, boiled contains about 15.7g of total carbohydrate. After subtracting 1.6g of fiber, the net carbs are about 14.1g.
How many net carbs are in potatoes, boiled?
Net carbs in 0.5 cup of potatoes, boiled are about 14.1g — that is total carbs (15.7g) minus dietary fiber (1.6g). See our net carbs explainer for the full calculation.
Is potatoes, boiled good for diabetics?
Potatoes, boiled contains carbohydrates that will raise blood glucose. Whether it fits your meal plan depends on the portion and your overall daily target. Most U.S. diabetes care teams use total carbs (not net) for insulin dosing — see our diabetes carb-counting guide.
Is potatoes, boiled keto-friendly?
Whether potatoes, boiled fits a keto plan depends on your daily net-carb budget (typically under 20–30g per day). One serving (0.5 cup) provides about 14.1g of net carbs.