APPLEBEE'S, french fries
Whole food · Restaurant Foods
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Applebee's french fries are classic, golden-brown potato strips, deep-fried to achieve a crispy exterior with a fluffy, starchy interior. They are generously seasoned with salt, delivering a savory, comforting flavor profile. Nutritionally, they are a calorie-dense side, primarily composed of carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein.
Calorie split: 5% protein · 55% carbs · 41% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love them for their satisfying crunch and salty, savory taste, which make them a perfect comfort food. Their versatility allows them to pair with almost any main dish, from burgers to steak.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high fat and refined carbohydrate content can contribute to blood sugar spikes and excess calorie intake. To counteract this, pair them with a source of protein (like grilled chicken) or healthy fat, and practice portion control by sharing a side or opting for a smaller serving.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains some dietary fiber from the potato
- A familiar, comforting side dish
- Can be a source of potassium from the potato
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The debate over whether french fries are actually French or Belgian is centuries old; Belgians claim villagers in the Meuse Valley were frying small fish, but switched to potatoes when the river froze.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 41.3 g |
| Energy | 290 kcal |
| Energy | 1213 kj |
| Protein | 3.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 13.2 g |
| Ash | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 39.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 35.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 19.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 29.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 137 mg |
| Potassium, K | 538 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 618 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.49 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.11 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.27 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.70 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin | 2.2 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.49 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.93 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.11 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 5.5 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 2.2 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.07 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.14 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.03 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 33.4 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 0.00 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.5 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.68 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.3 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.2 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 3.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 5.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 5.0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 4.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.77 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.73 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.08 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.03 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.03 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.06 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.06 g |
| Cholesterol | 1.0 mg |
| Stigmasterol | 7.0 mg |
| Campesterol | 11.0 mg |
| Beta-sitosterol | 27.0 mg |
FAQ
Are applebee's french fries gluten-free?
While potatoes are naturally gluten-free, cross-contamination in the fryer with other menu items (like breaded chicken) is possible. It's best to ask the restaurant about their specific preparation and allergen protocols.
How are applebee's french fries typically cooked?
They are typically par-fried in the restaurant's kitchen, then finished in a deep fryer to order to achieve their signature crispiness.
Do they contain any added sugar?
The provided nutrition data lists 0g of sugar per 100g, indicating no significant added sugar in the basic fry preparation.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.90 kcal/g · 5% calories from protein · 3.9 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.15 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.