Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat) nutrition facts
Per 1 cup · 229 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein4.5g7% of calories
- Carbs30g50% of calories
- Fat12g43% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat) (1 cup, 229 g) has 243 calories, with 4.5 g of protein, 30 g of carbohydrates and 12 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (50% of calories). It is high in Vitamin B12 (21% DV) and phosphorus (20% DV). Keep an eye on sodium and saturated fat, which provide 30% and 30% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Vitamin B1221%
- Phosphorus20%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber16%
- Vitamin A13%
- Thiamine16%
- Riboflavin (B2)16%
- Niacin15%
- Vitamin B619%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium30%
- Saturated fat30%
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 cup (229 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 121 μg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 μg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 5 μg | 5% |
| Thiamine | 0.2 mg | 16% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | 16% |
| Niacin | 2 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 21% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 78 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 627 mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 32 mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 140 mg | 20% |
| Zinc | 1 mg | 6% |
Full breakdown · 2 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Monounsaturated fats | 3 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 2 g | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
- Idahoan Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic393
- Idahoan Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic, Family Size393
- Idahoan Mashed Potatoes, Original364
- McCain Mashed Potato Shapes, Smiles190
- Bob Evans Grocery Mashed Potatoes, Original, Family Size107
- Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat)106
- Instant mashed potatoes (prepared from dehydrated flakes, without milk, whole milk, butter)97
Similar foods
204 calInstant mashed potatoes (prepared from dehydrated flakes, without milk, whole milk, butter)1 cup−39 cal
110 calIdahoan Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic¼ cup dry−133 cal
150 calBob Evans Grocery Mashed Potatoes, Original, Family Size½ cup−93 cal
80 calIdahoan Mashed Potatoes, Original⅓ cup dry mix−163 cal
110 calIdahoan Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic, Family Size¼ cup dry−133 cal
160 calMcCain Mashed Potato Shapes, Smiles5 pieces−83 cal
Burning 243 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 46minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 29minCycling (moderate)
- 20minRunning (6 mph)
- 34minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat)?
One serving of Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat) (1 cup) has 243 calories, which works out to 106 calories per 100 g. That is about 12% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat) high in protein?
Not especially. It has 4.5 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 7% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat) keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 26 g of net carbs and 50% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat)?
682 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Mashed potatoes (ready-to-eat)?
4 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
