Are fried plantains healthy?

In moderation, fried plantains can be part of a healthy diet, but they are high in calories.

How many calories are in a fried plantain?

One medium fried plantain contains approximately 181 calories.

Yes, but be cautious with portion sizes due to their carb content.

Vegetables

Delicious fried plantains, a popular Latin American dish, that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Per 100 g

122 kcal

1 medium plantain

181 kcal

(148 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
1.5 g / 100g	31.9 g / 100g	0.5 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 4% · Carbs 93% · Fat 3%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 medium plantain (148 g, 181 kcal) is 9% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 medium plantain takes about 44 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Fried Plantains is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 76 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Savory Sautéed Spinach	23	3 g
Beet Greens Stir-Fry	35	2.5 g
Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges	90	2 g
Zesty Lime Chili Corn	110	3 g
Sriracha Lime Brussels Sprouts	120	3 g
Fried Plantains	122	1.5 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

6/10

Enjoy in moderation during weight loss due to higher carbohydrate content.

Are fried plantains healthy?: In moderation, fried plantains can be part of a healthy diet, but they are high in calories.
How many calories are in a fried plantain?: One medium fried plantain contains approximately 181 calories.
Can I eat fried plantains on a diet?: Yes, but be cautious with portion sizes due to their carb content.

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