Baked yellow plantain has 155 kcal per 100 g. A moderate-calorie preparation with minimal added fat (0.2 g). Baking caramelizes the natural sugars — the 21.3 g sugar is inherent, not added.
How should I track Plantains, yellow, baked?
Plantains, yellow, baked is a good source of potassium. When tracking Plantains, yellow, baked, weigh the edible portion — after peeling, coring, or removing seeds. The part you throw away does not count, but it can make up 20–40% of the total weight depending on the fruit. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that fruits are among the most commonly misestimated food groups. One more thing to watch: fresh and dried versions have very different calorie density. A handful of dried fruit can have the same calories as a whole bowl of fresh — always double-check which form you are logging.