Data last updated: April 2026

French Fries vs Popcorn

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

French Fries 5
vs
5 Popcorn

Fast Food vs Snacks

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient French Fries Popcorn Better
Calories 312kcal 387kcal French Fries
Protein 3.4g 12.9g Popcorn
Total Fat 14.7g 4.5g Popcorn
Carbohydrates 41.4g 77.8g Popcorn
Fiber 3.8g 14.5g Popcorn
Sugar 0.3g 0.9g French Fries
Vitamin C 9.7mg 0mg French Fries
Calcium 12mg 7mg French Fries
Iron 0.8mg 3.2mg Popcorn
Potassium 579mg 329mg French Fries

Macronutrient Breakdown

French Fries

Protein: 3.4g Fat: 14.7g Carbs: 41.4g

Popcorn

Protein: 12.9g Fat: 4.5g Carbs: 77.8g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

French Fries vs Popcorn — Key Takeaway

French Fries has 75 fewer calories per 100g than Popcorn, making it the lighter option. For protein, Popcorn leads with 12.9g per 100g. Popcorn is the better source of fiber at 14.5g per 100g.

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