Green Beans Calories & Nutrition
Homestyle Sides · KFC Menu Item
Item Overview
Green Beans is a homestyle sides option on the KFC menu with 25 calories, 1g protein, 5g carbs, and 0g fat per listed serving.
Based on macro profile, this item is a lower-sugar and moderate-sodium choice. It delivers around 4g protein per 100 calories.
Calories per serving
1% of 2,000 kcal daily goal
Macronutrient breakdown
- Protein1g17%
- Fat0g0%
- Carbs5g83%
Protein
1g
2% DV
Total Fat
0g
0% DV
Carbohydrates
5g
2% DV
Full Nutrition Facts
% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
| Calories | 25 kcal1% DV |
| Total Fat | 0 g0% DV |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g0% DV |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5 g2% DV |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g11% DV |
| Sugars | 1 g |
| Protein | 1 g2% DV |
| Sodium | 300 mg13% DV |
What the Calories Are Made Of
Of the 25 calories in Green Beans, approximately 0% come from fat (0g × 9 kcal/g = 0 kcal), 83% from carbohydrates (5g × 4 kcal/g = 20 kcal), and 17% from protein (1g × 4 kcal/g = 4 kcal).
This makes Green Beans a carb-forward item — the majority of its calories come from carbohydrates. The macro donut chart above shows this split visually.
How It Compares
Compared with Corn on the Cob, Green Beans has around 64% fewer calories. Protein is 1g vs 2g, and carbs are 5g vs 17g.
Best choice if you are trying to keep meal calories lower.
Where It Ranks in Homestyle Sides
Green Beans ranks 21st out of 21 items in the Homestyle Sides category by calorie count. It is the lowest-calorie item in this category.
The highest-calorie option is Secret Recipe Fries (Family) at 840 kcal. The Homestyle Sides category averages 309 kcal.
How Long to Burn Off Green Beans
At 25 calories, here is roughly how long common activities would take to burn this off, based on a 70 kg (154 lb) person at moderate intensity.
Walking
7 min
Running
4 min
Cycling
5 min
Swimming
4 min
Burn estimates are approximate and vary with body weight, fitness level, and exact pace.
Ingredient And Allergen Note
Ingredient composition and allergens can vary by restaurant and customization choices. Use this nutrition page as planning guidance, then confirm allergens and preparation details at checkout.
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Lower Calorie Alternatives
This item is already among the lower-calorie options in this category.
Higher Calorie Alternatives
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Green Beans?
Green Beans contains about 25 calories per listed serving.
Is Green Beans high in protein?
Green Beans provides 1g of protein and around 4g protein per 100 calories.
How much sodium is in Green Beans?
Green Beans contains 300mg of sodium per serving — about 13% of the 2300mg recommended daily limit. This is high for a single item; nutrition guidance generally suggests keeping individual meals under 600–800mg of sodium when possible.
What are the carbs in Green Beans?
Green Beans has 5g of total carbohydrates, which is about 2% of the 275g recommended daily intake. It contains 3g of dietary fiber per serving.
Is Green Beans suitable for a low-calorie diet?
At 25 calories, Green Beans accounts for about 1% of a standard 2000-calorie daily goal. That's a substantial share for a single item — most low-calorie meal plans target 400–500 calories per meal. If you're aiming for lighter options, the KFC Calories Calculator can help you find alternatives and track your full meal total.
How many calories are in a KFC Green Beans?
A KFC Green Beans has 25 calories per serving. The exact value can vary slightly by location and preparation, but 25 kcal is the standard reference value from KFC's published nutrition data. This covers all standard components as listed in KFC's published nutrition data.
% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA reference values). Actual nutritional needs may vary.