How much protein is in Sweet Potato?

Sweet Potato contains 1.57g of protein per 100g. This is 3% of the recommended daily value of 50g.

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Calories in Sweet Potato

Q: How many calories are in Sweet Potato?

Sweet Potato contains 86 calories per 100g. A typical serving of 100g (100g) provides 86 calories.

Q: How many carbs are in Sweet Potato?

Sweet Potato contains 20.12g of carbohydrates per 100g.

Q: Is Sweet Potato good for weight loss?

Sweet Potato has 86 calories per 100g. At 86 kcal per 100g, it is relatively low in calories and can fit into a weight-loss diet with moderate portions.

Orange flesh, beta-carotene, and why it is not a potato

86 kcal

per 100g

Protein 1.57g

Carbs 20.12g

Fat 0.05g

What makes sweet potato so powerful?

Sweet potatoes belong to the morning-glory family, not the nightshade family that includes potatoes. The orange flesh comes from beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A. At about 86 calories per 100 g raw, it is not a low-calorie vegetable, but it has fibre and keeps you full. Cooking method changes how fast the sugars hit: boiling tends to give a lower glycaemic response than baking.

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Beta-carotene

Gives the orange colour and supplies vitamin A.

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Not a potato

A different plant family altogether.

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Boil vs bake

Boiling generally has a lower glycaemic effect.

💡 When & how to use it

Bake whole, cube and roast, or boil and mash. Keep the skin on for extra fibre.

Calories by Serving Size

100g

86 kcal

P 1.57g C 20.12g F 0.05g

200g

172 kcal

P 3.1g C 40.2g F 0.1g

50g

43 kcal

P 0.8g C 10.1g F 0g

Full Nutrition Facts

Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 100g

Calories 86

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.05g 0%

Trans Fat g

Total Carbohydrate 20.12g 7%

Protein 1.57g 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

How does Sweet Potato fit your daily goals?

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17 min

Walking to burn 86 kcal

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of 2,000 kcal daily goal

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1.57g

protein (3% of daily 50g)

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servings until 2,000 kcal

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Sweet Potato?

Sweet Potato contains 86 calories per 100g. It is a moderate-calorie food that can fit into most healthy diets.

How much protein does Sweet Potato have?

Sweet Potato provides 1.57g of protein per 100g, which is 3% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is not a primary protein source.

How many carbs are in Sweet Potato?

Sweet Potato contains 20.12g of carbohydrates per 100g .

Is Sweet Potato good for weight loss?

Sweet Potato has 86 kcal per 100g, which is relatively moderate. It can fit into a weight-loss diet as long as portion sizes are managed.

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