Is Plantain Starch or Protein? Demystifying This Versatile Fruit
                                
                                
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                                According to USDA data, a medium-sized raw plantain contains around 57 grams of carbohydrates and just over 2 grams of protein. This macronutrient breakdown reveals the definitive answer: plantain is primarily a source of starch, not protein.