Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 136.5 kcal571 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 31 g
- Protein
- 1.2 g
- Total fat
- 0.9 g
- Dietary fiber
- 2.1 g
- Sodium
- 0 mg
- Calcium
- 3.8 mg
Nutrition referenceFruit
Plantain
Plantain is a starchy banana-like fruit, usually cooked before eating. Per 100 g it provides about 137 calories with 31 g carbs.
136.5
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 31g
- Protein
- 1.2g
- Fat
- 0.9g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Plantain is a starchy, banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating. It is boiled, fried, baked, or grilled and is a staple in Caribbean, African, and Latin American cooking.
Nutritionally, plantain is mostly carbohydrate. Per 100 g it provides about 137 kcal, 31.0 g of carbohydrates, 1.2 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat, and 2.1 g of dietary fiber.
Unlike sweet bananas, plantains are usually cooked. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of raw plantain. A typical medium plantain (about 179 g) provides roughly 244 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Plantain nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in plantain?
Plantain provides about 137 calories per 100 g. A typical medium plantain (about 179 g) provides roughly 244 calories.
Is plantain high in carbs?
Yes. Plantain provides about 31 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
Is plantain usually cooked?
Yes. Unlike sweet bananas, plantains are usually cooked by boiling, frying, baking, or grilling.
