Calories in 1 Straight Cut of French Fries
1 straight cut of french fries (5 g) has 16 calories. That is 1% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 0.2 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 2.1 g of carbohydrates, a split of 4% protein, 42% fat and 53% carbs. For comparison, 2 straight cuts of french fries has 31 calories. Burning 16 calories takes about 3 minutes of brisk walking or 1 minute of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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French Fries calories by serving size
Common amounts of french fries with calories and macros. Tap a row for its full nutrition page.
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5g | 5 g | 16 | 0.2 g | 0.7 g | 2.1 g |
| 1 french fry | 5 g | 16 | 0.2 g | 0.7 g | 2.1 g |
| 1 straight cut | 5 g | 16 | 0.2 g | 0.7 g | 2.1 g |
| 2 french fries | 10 g | 31 | 0.3 g | 1.5 g | 4.1 g |
| 2 straight cuts | 10 g | 31 | 0.3 g | 1.5 g | 4.1 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 88 | 1 g | 4.2 g | 12 g |
| 1/2 cup | 30 g | 94 | 1 g | 4.4 g | 12 g |
| 1 cup | 60 g | 187 | 2.1 g | 8.8 g | 25 g |
| 100g | 100 g | 312 | 3.4 g | 15 g | 41 g |
| 4 oz | 113 g | 354 | 3.9 g | 17 g | 47 g |
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French Fries: common questions
How many calories are in 1 straight cut of french fries?
1 straight cut of french fries weighs about 5 g and has 16 calories.
How much protein is in 1 straight cut of french fries?
1 straight cut of french fries has 0.2 g of protein, which is 0% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 1 straight cut of french fries?
1 straight cut of french fries has 2.1 g of carbohydrates, including 0.2 g of fiber and 0 g of sugars.
How much french fries is 100 calories?
100 calories of french fries is 32 g, about 6 1/2 french fries.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID 2709461. Original description: Potato, french fries, fast food. Portion weights are USDA household measures.