A medium potato (about 5.3 ounces or 150 grams) typically contains around 26 grams of total carbohydrates. This includes starch (the main digestible carbohydrate), fiber, and a small amount of sugar
. More detailed breakdowns show:
- Total carbs: approximately 26 grams for a medium potato with skin
- Fiber: about 2 to 8 grams depending on size and variety
- Net carbs (total carbs minus fiber): roughly 25 to 30 grams for a medium potato
- Larger potatoes (around 369 grams) can have up to 64.5 grams of total carbs
In summary, a standard medium potato contains about 26 grams of carbohydrates, with net carbs around 25-30 grams depending on fiber content and potato size. The carbs are primarily starch, which is a complex carbohydrate
