French Fries vs Hot Dog

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

French Fries is generally healthier

French Fries comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more fiber (4.2g vs 0g), less sugar (0.3g vs 3g), less sodium (246mg vs 1100mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Hot Dog

290 kcal

More Protein

Hot Dog

13g

More Fiber

French Fries

4.2g

Less Sugar

French Fries

0.3g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
French Fries
365
Hot Dog
290
Proteinper 100g
French Fries
3.4g
Hot Dog
13g
Carbohydratesper 100g
French Fries
48g
Hot Dog
22g
Fatper 100g
French Fries
17g
Hot Dog
17g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientFrench FriesHot DogDifference
Calories365kcal290kcal+75.0kcal
Protein3.4g13g-9.6g
Carbohydrates48g22g+26.0g
Fat17g17g0.0g
Fiber4.2g0g+4.2g
Sugar0.3g3g-2.7g
Sodium246mg1100mg-854.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

French Fries

Per 100g:365 calories
Per cup (150g):548 calories
Per serving (85g):310 calories

Hot Dog

Per 100g:290 calories
Per cup (150g):435 calories
Per serving (85g):247 calories

Diet Compatibility

French Fries

No specific diet tags

Hot Dog

No specific diet tags

When to Choose French Fries

  • More fiber (4.2g vs 0g)
  • Less sugar (0.3g vs 3g)
  • Lower sodium (246mg vs 1100mg)

Common Uses

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When to Choose Hot Dog

  • Lower in calories (290 vs 365)
  • Higher in protein (13g vs 3.4g)
  • Lower in carbs (22g vs 48g)

Common Uses

Quick mealsDining outSocial eatingConvenience
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