american · Home-cooked plate
How many calories in a plate of thanksgiving dinner?
About 1050 kcal for a typical home-cooked plate.
Calories come primarily from carbohydrates in the stuffing and potatoes, fats in the turkey skin and buttery sides, and protein in the meat. The combination of starches and rich sauces creates a high-energy meal.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey with skin | 4 oz, 113 g | 197 kcal | 22 g | 0 g | 11 g |
| Mashed potatoes with butter | 1 cup, 210 g | 337 kcal | 5 g | 42 g | 16 g |
| Stuffing | 1 cup, 140 g | 250 kcal | 6 g | 32 g | 11 g |
| Green bean casserole | 1 cup, 240 g | 180 kcal | 4 g | 18 g | 10 g |
| Cranberry sauce | 1/4 cup, 60 g | 60 kcal | 0 g | 15 g | 0 g |
| Gravy | 2 tbsp, 30 g | 30 kcal | 1 g | 2 g | 2 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 793 g | 1054 kcal | 38 g | 109 g | 50 g |
Estimates for a typical portion. Your plate will differ with portion size and how it is cooked. Not medical advice.
Swaps that change the number
- Remove turkey skin−45 kcal
- Use whipped potatoes without butter−120 kcal
- Add pumpkin pie1 slice+350 kcal
- Skip the gravy−30 kcal