French Fries (Medium) 12

French Fries (Medium)

1 medium (128 g) · 420 cal · 5g protein · Poor · 12/100
Contains seed oils

How we scored it

The product is heavily processed and contains soybean oil, a seed oil that is penalized for its health impact. Additionally, the presence of dextrose and other additives further reduces its score.

Nutrition facts

Per 1 medium (128 g)Amount% DV
Calories 420
Total fat 21.3g 27%
Saturated fat 2.4g 12%
Trans fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 260mg 11%
Total carbohydrate 52.3g 19%
Dietary fiber 4.5g 16%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 4.9g 10%

Whataburger's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.

Key ingredients

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Soybean Oil
Very Bad

Soybean oil is a highly processed seed oil that is often refined and may contain trans fats or oxidized compounds, which are less healthy for regular consumption.

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Dextrose
Bad

Dextrose is a refined sugar that adds sweetness and calories without nutritional benefits, contributing to excess sugar intake.

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French Fry Potatoes
Good

Potatoes are a natural, minimally processed vegetable that provides essential nutrients and fiber, making them a healthy base for fries.

Whataburger Fry Salt
Good

Fry salt enhances flavor with minimal processing, and salt is essential in small amounts for electrolyte balance.

Salt Flour
Good

Salt flour, containing natural crystalline salt, adds flavor naturally and minimally processed, making it a positive ingredient.

Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate
Neutral

This additive is used as a preservative or anti-caking agent, with no significant health concerns when consumed in typical amounts.

Whataburger Liquid Shortening
Neutral

Liquid shortening is a processed fat used for frying; its health impact depends on the specific fats used, but it is generally considered neutral in this context.

Gluten
Neutral

Gluten is a protein found in wheat and related grains; it is neutral unless someone has gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.

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Scout's score is an independent read of Whataburger's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored October 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Whataburger menu.