How many carbs are in potatoes, microwaved?
1 skin of potatoes, microwaved contains about 17.2g of carbohydrate, 14g net carbs after subtracting 3.2g of fiber, 2.5g of protein, and 77 calories.
Carbs by portion size
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 skin (58g) | 17.2g | 3.2g | 14g |
| 100 grams (100g) | 29.6g | 5.5g | 24.1g |
Net carbs in potatoes, microwaved
1 skin of potatoes, microwaved contains 14g of net carbs — total carbs (17.2g) minus dietary fiber (3.2g). 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, microwaved (per 100g)
- Calories: 132 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 29.6g
- Dietary fiber: 5.5g
- Sugars: —
- Protein: 4.4g
- Fat: 0.1g
Reference values from USDA FoodData Central (sr legacy dataset, fdcId 170035). Values are per 100 grams.
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How many carbs are in potatoes, microwaved?
1 skin of potatoes, microwaved contains about 17.2g of total carbohydrate. After subtracting 3.2g of fiber, the net carbs are about 14g.
How many net carbs are in potatoes, microwaved?
Net carbs in 1 skin of potatoes, microwaved are about 14g — that is total carbs (17.2g) minus dietary fiber (3.2g). See our net carbs explainer for the full calculation.
Is potatoes, microwaved good for diabetics?
Potatoes, microwaved 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, microwaved keto-friendly?
Whether potatoes, microwaved fits a keto plan depends on your daily net-carb budget (typically under 20–30g per day). One serving (1 skin) provides about 14g of net carbs.