How Much Does a Straight Cut of French Fries Weigh?
A straight cut of french fries weighs about 5 grams (0.2 oz).
That is the USDA average for one straight cut of french fries, which has 16 calories and 0.2 g of protein. Sizes vary, so weigh yours if you track closely.
French Fries Calorie Calculator
16cal
in 1 straight cut of french fries (5 g)Protein0.2 g4% of calories
Fat0.7 g42% of calories
Carbs2.1 g53% of calories
1% of a 2,000 calorie day
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French Fries weight by size and measure
| Measure | Grams | Ounces | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 french fry | 5 g | 0.2 oz | 16 |
| 1 shoestring of french fries | 2 g | 0.1 oz | 6 |
| 1 straight cut of french fries | 5 g | 0.2 oz | 16 |
| 1 cup of french fries | 60 g | 2.1 oz | 187 |
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 |
French Fries vs similar foods
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French Fries: common questions
How much does a straight cut of french fries weigh?
About 5 g, or 0.2 oz.
How many calories are in a straight cut of french fries?
A straight cut of french fries has 16 calories.
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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.