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What Is Yellow Plantains Good For?

FoodData CentralUpdated 6 April 2026

Yellow Plantains is a protein-rich food. It is rich in potassium. Discover the nutritional benefits and how yellow plantains can support your health goals.

Yellow Plantains provides 162.8 calories, 1.6g protein, 43.4g carbohydrates, and 0.2g fat per 10 slice (105g). It is a source of Vitamin C (16.4mg per 100g) and contains 2.2g of dietary fibre per 100g, supporting digestive health.

Key Benefits of Yellow Plantains

  • Contains folate, important for cell growth and development
  • Rich in potassium for heart health and blood pressure regulation

Yellow Plantains Is Best For

Heart health

Things to Consider

  • Contains natural sugars — consume in moderation if watching sugar intake
  • Higher in carbs — consider portion size for low-carb diets

Complete Nutritional Profile

Per 10 slice (105g)

162.8

cal

43.4g

carbs

1.6g

protein

0.2g

fat

2.3g

fiber

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