A medium-sized baked potato with skin, weighing about 173 grams, contains approximately 161 to 164 calories
. Calorie content can vary slightly depending on the size and exact weight of the potato:
- About 97 calories per 100 grams, so a 180-gram medium potato has roughly 175 calories
- A large baked potato (around 299 grams) can have about 278 calories
- For 200 grams, the calorie count is around 186 calories
Most calories in a baked potato come from carbohydrates, with a medium potato providing about 37 grams of carbs and 4 grams of fiber
. The fat content is very low, typically under 0.5 grams, and protein is about 4 to 5 grams per medium potato
. In summary, a typical medium baked potato with skin contains roughly 160–165 calories, mostly from carbohydrates, with minimal fat and moderate protein
