Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato = 111.8 kcal | Nutrition

1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato, raw contains 111.8 kcal of calories. Free converter with serving tables, volume conversion, raw vs cooked, and FAQs. Data from USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato Calculator

1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato, raw contains 111.8 kcal of calories. Use the converter above to calculate any weight, volume, or household serving, then compare the tables below. All values from USDA FoodData Central.

Result

1 medium sweet potato Sweet potato Calories

111.8 kcal calories

Computed from 130 g of food and USDA FoodData Central reference.

Reverse Calculation

Calories target to food amount

130 g (4.59 oz, 0.51 cups)

Reverse math uses 86 kcal calories per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central reference.

Sweet potato Macros by medium sweet potatos

Portion	Gram Equivalent	Calories (kcal)	Protein	Carbohydrates	Fat
1 medium sweet potato	130 g	111.8	2.1 g	26.1 g	0.1 g
2 medium sweet potatos	260 g	223.6	4.2 g	52.3 g	0.3 g
3 medium sweet potatos	390 g	335.4	6.2 g	78.4 g	0.4 g
4 medium sweet potatos	520 g	447.2	8.3 g	104.5 g	0.5 g
6 medium sweet potatos	780 g	670.8	12.5 g	156.8 g	0.8 g
50 g	50 g	43	0.8 g	10.1 g	0.1 g
75 g	75 g	64.5	1.2 g	15.1 g	0.1 g
100 g	100 g	86	1.6 g	20.1 g	0.1 g

Sweet potato Macros by Common Serving

Serving	Weight	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
1 medium sweet potato	130 g	112	2.1 g	26.1 g	0.1 g
2 medium sweet potatos	260 g	224	4.2 g	52.3 g	0.3 g
3 medium sweet potatos	390 g	335	6.2 g	78.4 g	0.4 g

Sweet potato Calories Range Around medium sweet potato = 130 g

Portion	Gram Equivalent	Calories	Calories
1 medium sweet potato	130 g	112	112
2 medium sweet potatos	260 g	224	224
3 medium sweet potatos	390 g	335	335
4 medium sweet potatos	520 g	447	447
6 medium sweet potatos	780 g	671	671

Sweet potato Macros by Volume Measure

Volume Measure	Equivalent Weight	Calories (kcal)	Protein	Carbs	Fat
1 US teaspoon	5.3 g	4.6	0.1 g	1.1 g	0 g
1 US tablespoon	16 g	13.8	0.3 g	3.2 g	0 g
1 US fluid ounce	31.9 g	27.4	0.5 g	6.4 g	0 g
1/4 US cup	63.9 g	55	1 g	12.8 g	0.1 g
1/3 US cup	85.2 g	73.3	1.4 g	17.1 g	0.1 g
1/2 US cup	127.8 g	109.9	2 g	25.7 g	0.1 g
1 US cup	255.5 g	219.7	4.1 g	51.4 g	0.3 g
1 US pint	511 g	439.5	8.2 g	102.7 g	0.5 g
1 US quart	1022.1 g	879	16.4 g	205.4 g	1 g
1 US gallon	4088.2 g	3515.9	65.4 g	821.7 g	4.1 g
100 mL	108 g	92.9	1.7 g	21.7 g	0.1 g
1 liter	1080 g	928.8	17.3 g	217.1 g	1.1 g

Sweet potato Prep-State Logging Check

Prep State	Weight	Calories	Concentration
Raw	130 g	111.8 kcal	86 kcal/100 g
Cooked data not listed	Use cooked USDA entry	Do not infer	Separate cooked record preferred

Sweet potato Nutrient Efficiency Per Calorie

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per 100 kcal	% Daily Value (per 100 g)
Protein	1.6 g	1.86 g/100 kcal	3.2%
Carbs	20.1 g	23.37 g/100 kcal	7.3%
Fat	0.1 g	0.12 g/100 kcal	0.1%

Sweet potato Dietary Profile

Sweet potato is a versatile food suitable for most dietary patterns. Check macros above for your specific dietary requirements.

Sweet potato Benefit Signals

Portion-controlled base: Best value comes from weighing the serving and matching the source prep state. Basis: computed fallback.

Sweet potato Daily Nutrient Coverage

Nutrient	This serving	Reference	Coverage	Signal
Protein	2 g	50 g	4%	Starter contribution
Sodium	0 mg	2300 mg	0%	Low limit contribution
Potassium	0 mg	4700 mg	0%	Starter contribution

Smart Calories Substitutes for Sweet potato

Food	Equivalent portion	Category	Protein delta	Calorie delta	Sodium delta
Lentils	32 g	Vegetable	+5.7 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Lentils	96 g	Vegetable	+6.6 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Chickpeas	68 g	Vegetable	+4 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Black beans	85 g	Vegetable	+4.9 g	+0 kcal	+339 mg
Potato	142 g	Vegetable	+0.9 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Onion	280 g	Vegetable	+1 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg

Sweet potato Condition-Aware Nutrition Notes

Type	Context	Guidance	Basis
mayFit	low sodium goal	May fit low-sodium meal planning at this serving size.	0 mg sodium

Real-World Sweet potato Serving Sizes

1 medium sweet potato (~130g): 111.8 kcal calories. Uses 130 g per medium sweet potato; one medium sweet potato equals 130 g. Catalog piece weight is 130g for this food.
2 medium sweet potatos (~260g): 223.6 kcal calories. Uses 130 g per medium sweet potato; 2 medium sweet potatos equals 260 g. Catalog piece weight is 130g for this food.
3 medium sweet potatos (~390g): 335.4 kcal calories. Uses 130 g per medium sweet potato; 3 medium sweet potatos equals 390 g. Catalog piece weight is 130g for this food.

Common Sweet potato Measurement Mistakes

Mixing raw and cooked entries changes the math. This page uses the listed source record for Sweet potato, raw.
Adding oil, sauces, sweeteners, breading, or drained liquid changes calories and macros beyond the base food values.
For calories tracking, keep the same unit basis across the meal: grams, ounces, cups, or count-based servings should not be mixed without conversion.

Sweet potato Calories — Frequently Asked Questions

How much calories is in 100g of Sweet potato? 100g of Sweet potato contains 86 kcal of calories (USDA FoodData Central).

How much calories in one Sweet potato? A typical sweet potato weighs about 130g and contains 111.8 kcal of calories. This is calculated as 130g ÷ 100 × 86 = 111.8 kcal.

How much calories is in 1 cup of Sweet potato? One US cup of sweet potato weighs approximately 256g (density: 1080 kg/m³). That serving contains 220.2 kcal of calories — computed as 256g ÷ 100 × 86.

How many grams of Sweet potato do I need to eat to get 500 kcal of calories? To reach 500 kcal of calories from Sweet potato, you need approximately 581g — calculated as (500 ÷ 86) × 100 = 581g.

Is Sweet potato high in calories? Sweet potato is low in calories at 86 kcal per 100g. If you're targeting this nutrient, Sweet potato alone is unlikely to be sufficient.

How efficient is Sweet potato as a source of calories per calorie? Sweet potato provides 100 kcal of calories per 100 kcal, making it excellent as a calories-per-calorie source. This is useful for calorie-restricted diets where macronutrient density matters.

What formula does this Sweet potato calories calculator use? The calculator uses calories = weight in grams / 100 x 86 kcal. For example, 100g of Sweet potato gives 86 kcal of calories. Volume entries are first converted to grams using the food density value, then the same per-100g formula is applied.

Is Sweet potato a good food for weight gain or calorie surplus goals? For weight gain or calorie surplus goals, Sweet potato is a modest contributor — with 86 kcal of calories per 100g. For best results, combine Sweet potato with other foods to hit your daily macro targets.

How reliable is the source data for Sweet potato? Sweet potato uses USDA FoodData Central reference as the nutrition source. Gram-based calculations use the per-100g source values, while cup and spoon estimates depend on the listed density and should be treated as practical serving estimates.

Should I measure Sweet potato raw or cooked? Sweet potato should be logged in the same prep state as the source record. If you weighed it cooked, avoid comparing it directly with a raw entry unless a cooked yield factor is available.

How to Calculate Sweet potato Calories

Weigh raw. Place your sweet potato on a kitchen scale before cooking to get the most accurate starting weight.
Enter weight into the calculator. Select your unit (g, oz, lb, or cup) and hit Calculate.
Read the result. The calculator shows calories content for your exact portion.
Compare servings. Use the serving range table below to quickly compare calories across portion sizes.
Log to your tracker. Enter the raw weight and raw entry in your nutrition app for consistent macro tracking.

Why Volume ≠ Weight: Sweet potato Density Explained

Sweet potato is dense (~1080 kg/m³ ≈ water). A 1-cup measure holds approximately 256 g.

Why does density matter? The same volume can hold very different amounts of food depending on how dense it is. Oats (350 kg/m³) are light and airy — 1 cup = ~80 g. Water has a density of 1000 kg/m³ — 1 cup = 236 g. This is why nutrition labels use weight (grams), not volume — it's a more reliable measure.

Formula: mass (g) = volume (mL) × density (kg/m³) ÷ 1,000. This calculator uses this formula automatically when you enter a volume measure for Sweet potato.

Sweet potato Page Quality Signals

Source, density, prep-state, serving, and allergen checks used to decide whether this page is safe to promote from generated to indexed.

Data Sources & Methodology

Data source: USDA FoodData Central.

Computation method: Macro values are calculated by multiplying the food's per-100g value by the requested weight in grams, then dividing by 100. Volume inputs are first converted to grams using the food's density (kg/m³) from USDA data, then the same formula applies: calories = (weight_g / 100) × caloriesPer100g.

Accuracy note: Macro values represent averages across measured samples; individual items may vary ±5–10% depending on brand, farming method, and preparation technique. For clinical nutrition, consult a registered dietitian.

Update policy: Macro values are reviewed quarterly against USDA FoodData Central updates. Page last verified: 2026.

Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato = 111.8 kcal | Nutrition

1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato, raw contains 111.8 kcal of calories. Free converter with serving tables, volume conversion, raw vs cooked, and FAQs. Data from USDA FoodData Central.

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Amount· 1 medium sweet potato

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calories

111.8kcal

4.59 oz

Portion: 130gFood fit: 58/100

Serving reality: 4.59 oz, 0.51 cups, 1 pieces.

Best benefits

Easy portioning: Has real-world serving anchors that make logging less confusing.

Full micronutrients and nutritional profile

calories

110kcal

protein

2.1g

carbs

26g

fat

0.13g

sodium

0mg

potassium

0mg

magnesium

0mg

caffeine

0mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central reference|generic•Energy density: 220 kcal/cup

Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato Calculator

Result

1 medium sweet potato Sweet potato Calories

111.8 kcal calories

Computed from 130 g of food and USDA FoodData Central reference.

Reverse Calculation

Calories target to food amount

130 g (4.59 oz, 0.51 cups)

Reverse math uses 86 kcal calories per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central reference.

Sweet potato Macros by medium sweet potatos

Portion	Gram Equivalent	Calories (kcal)	Protein	Carbohydrates	Fat
1 medium sweet potato	130 g	111.8	2.1 g	26.1 g	0.1 g
2 medium sweet potatos	260 g	223.6	4.2 g	52.3 g	0.3 g
3 medium sweet potatos	390 g	335.4	6.2 g	78.4 g	0.4 g
4 medium sweet potatos	520 g	447.2	8.3 g	104.5 g	0.5 g
6 medium sweet potatos	780 g	670.8	12.5 g	156.8 g	0.8 g
50 g	50 g	43	0.8 g	10.1 g	0.1 g
75 g	75 g	64.5	1.2 g	15.1 g	0.1 g
100 g	100 g	86	1.6 g	20.1 g	0.1 g

Sweet potato Macros by Common Serving

Serving	Weight	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
1 medium sweet potato	130 g	112	2.1 g	26.1 g	0.1 g
2 medium sweet potatos	260 g	224	4.2 g	52.3 g	0.3 g
3 medium sweet potatos	390 g	335	6.2 g	78.4 g	0.4 g

Sweet potato Calories Range Around medium sweet potato = 130 g

Portion	Gram Equivalent	Calories	Calories
1 medium sweet potato	130 g	112	112
2 medium sweet potatos	260 g	224	224
3 medium sweet potatos	390 g	335	335
4 medium sweet potatos	520 g	447	447
6 medium sweet potatos	780 g	671	671

Sweet potato Macros by Volume Measure

Volume Measure	Equivalent Weight	Calories (kcal)	Protein	Carbs	Fat
1 US teaspoon	5.3 g	4.6	0.1 g	1.1 g	0 g
1 US tablespoon	16 g	13.8	0.3 g	3.2 g	0 g
1 US fluid ounce	31.9 g	27.4	0.5 g	6.4 g	0 g
1/4 US cup	63.9 g	55	1 g	12.8 g	0.1 g
1/3 US cup	85.2 g	73.3	1.4 g	17.1 g	0.1 g
1/2 US cup	127.8 g	109.9	2 g	25.7 g	0.1 g
1 US cup	255.5 g	219.7	4.1 g	51.4 g	0.3 g
1 US pint	511 g	439.5	8.2 g	102.7 g	0.5 g
1 US quart	1022.1 g	879	16.4 g	205.4 g	1 g
1 US gallon	4088.2 g	3515.9	65.4 g	821.7 g	4.1 g
100 mL	108 g	92.9	1.7 g	21.7 g	0.1 g
1 liter	1080 g	928.8	17.3 g	217.1 g	1.1 g

Sweet potato Prep-State Logging Check

Prep State	Weight	Calories	Concentration
Raw	130 g	111.8 kcal	86 kcal/100 g
Cooked data not listed	Use cooked USDA entry	Do not infer	Separate cooked record preferred

Sweet potato Nutrient Efficiency Per Calorie

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per 100 kcal	% Daily Value (per 100 g)
Protein	1.6 g	1.86 g/100 kcal	3.2%
Carbs	20.1 g	23.37 g/100 kcal	7.3%
Fat	0.1 g	0.12 g/100 kcal	0.1%

Sweet potato Dietary Profile

Sweet potato is a versatile food suitable for most dietary patterns. Check macros above for your specific dietary requirements.

Sweet potato Benefit Signals

Portion-controlled base: Best value comes from weighing the serving and matching the source prep state. Basis: computed fallback.

Sweet potato Daily Nutrient Coverage

Nutrient	This serving	Reference	Coverage	Signal
Protein	2 g	50 g	4%	Starter contribution
Sodium	0 mg	2300 mg	0%	Low limit contribution
Potassium	0 mg	4700 mg	0%	Starter contribution

Smart Calories Substitutes for Sweet potato

Food	Equivalent portion	Category	Protein delta	Calorie delta	Sodium delta
Lentils	32 g	Vegetable	+5.7 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Lentils	96 g	Vegetable	+6.6 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Chickpeas	68 g	Vegetable	+4 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Black beans	85 g	Vegetable	+4.9 g	+0 kcal	+339 mg
Potato	142 g	Vegetable	+0.9 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg
Onion	280 g	Vegetable	+1 g	+0 kcal	+0 mg

Sweet potato Condition-Aware Nutrition Notes

Type	Context	Guidance	Basis
mayFit	low sodium goal	May fit low-sodium meal planning at this serving size.	0 mg sodium

Real-World Sweet potato Serving Sizes

1 medium sweet potato (~130g): 111.8 kcal calories. Uses 130 g per medium sweet potato; one medium sweet potato equals 130 g. Catalog piece weight is 130g for this food.
2 medium sweet potatos (~260g): 223.6 kcal calories. Uses 130 g per medium sweet potato; 2 medium sweet potatos equals 260 g. Catalog piece weight is 130g for this food.
3 medium sweet potatos (~390g): 335.4 kcal calories. Uses 130 g per medium sweet potato; 3 medium sweet potatos equals 390 g. Catalog piece weight is 130g for this food.

Common Sweet potato Measurement Mistakes

Mixing raw and cooked entries changes the math. This page uses the listed source record for Sweet potato, raw.
Adding oil, sauces, sweeteners, breading, or drained liquid changes calories and macros beyond the base food values.
For calories tracking, keep the same unit basis across the meal: grams, ounces, cups, or count-based servings should not be mixed without conversion.

Sweet potato Calories — Frequently Asked Questions

How much calories is in 100g of Sweet potato? 100g of Sweet potato contains 86 kcal of calories (USDA FoodData Central).

How much calories in one Sweet potato? A typical sweet potato weighs about 130g and contains 111.8 kcal of calories. This is calculated as 130g ÷ 100 × 86 = 111.8 kcal.

Is Sweet potato high in calories? Sweet potato is low in calories at 86 kcal per 100g. If you're targeting this nutrient, Sweet potato alone is unlikely to be sufficient.

How to Calculate Sweet potato Calories

Weigh raw. Place your sweet potato on a kitchen scale before cooking to get the most accurate starting weight.
Enter weight into the calculator. Select your unit (g, oz, lb, or cup) and hit Calculate.
Read the result. The calculator shows calories content for your exact portion.
Compare servings. Use the serving range table below to quickly compare calories across portion sizes.
Log to your tracker. Enter the raw weight and raw entry in your nutrition app for consistent macro tracking.

Why Volume ≠ Weight: Sweet potato Density Explained

Sweet potato is dense (~1080 kg/m³ ≈ water). A 1-cup measure holds approximately 256 g.

Formula: mass (g) = volume (mL) × density (kg/m³) ÷ 1,000. This calculator uses this formula automatically when you enter a volume measure for Sweet potato.

Sweet potato Page Quality Signals

Source, density, prep-state, serving, and allergen checks used to decide whether this page is safe to promote from generated to indexed.

Data Sources & Methodology

Data source: USDA FoodData Central.

Update policy: Macro values are reviewed quarterly against USDA FoodData Central updates. Page last verified: 2026.

Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato = 111.8 kcal | Nutrition

Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato Calculator

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Sweet potato Macros by medium sweet potatos

Sweet potato Macros by Common Serving

Sweet potato Calories Range Around medium sweet potato = 130 g

Sweet potato Macros by Volume Measure

Sweet potato Prep-State Logging Check

Sweet potato Nutrient Efficiency Per Calorie

Sweet potato Dietary Profile

Sweet potato Benefit Signals

Sweet potato Daily Nutrient Coverage

Smart Calories Substitutes for Sweet potato

Sweet potato Condition-Aware Nutrition Notes

Real-World Sweet potato Serving Sizes

Common Sweet potato Measurement Mistakes

Sweet potato Calories — Frequently Asked Questions

How to Calculate Sweet potato Calories

Compare Sweet potato Calories to Similar Foods

More Sweet potato Nutrition Pages

Why Volume ≠ Weight: Sweet potato Density Explained

Sweet potato Page Quality Signals

Data Sources & Methodology

Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato = 111.8 kcal | Nutrition

Calories in 1 medium sweet potato of Sweet potato Calculator

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Reverse Calculation

Sweet potato Macros by medium sweet potatos

Sweet potato Macros by Common Serving

Sweet potato Calories Range Around medium sweet potato = 130 g

Sweet potato Macros by Volume Measure

Sweet potato Prep-State Logging Check

Sweet potato Nutrient Efficiency Per Calorie

Sweet potato Dietary Profile

Sweet potato Benefit Signals

Sweet potato Daily Nutrient Coverage

Smart Calories Substitutes for Sweet potato

Sweet potato Condition-Aware Nutrition Notes

Real-World Sweet potato Serving Sizes

Common Sweet potato Measurement Mistakes

Sweet potato Calories — Frequently Asked Questions

How to Calculate Sweet potato Calories

Compare Sweet potato Calories to Similar Foods

More Sweet potato Nutrition Pages

Why Volume ≠ Weight: Sweet potato Density Explained

Sweet potato Page Quality Signals

Data Sources & Methodology