Cottage Pie vs Mashed Potato
Overall, Mashed Potato has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 4.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cottage Pie | Mashed Potato |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 147 kcal | 113 kcal |
| Fat | 9.1 g | 4.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 3.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.5 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 2.1 g |
| Additives | 10 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Mashed Potato has 23% fewer calories (113 kcal vs 147 kcal).
- Mashed Potato has 50% less fat (4.5 g vs 9.1 g).
- Cottage Pie has 24% less saturated fat (2.4 g vs 3.1 g).
- Mashed Potato has no sugar, while Cottage Pie has 1.5 g.
- Mashed Potato has 30% more fiber (2.1 g vs 1.5 g).
- Cottage Pie has 67% more protein (6.5 g vs 2.1 g).
- Cottage Pie has the better Nutri-Score.
- Mashed Potato is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Mashed Potato lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Cottage Pie
BEEF COTTAGE PIE [GROUND BEEF, PEAS, CARROTS, ONIONS, TOMATO PASTE [TOMATO PULP, CITRIC ACID), GARLIC, VEGETABLE OIL [CANOLA OIL, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL], ITALIAN SEASONING BLEND [OREGANO, MARJORAM, THYME, BASIL, ROSEMARY, SAGE), CORN STARCH, SALT, PAPRIKA [PAPRIKA AND LESS THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE TO PREVENT CAKING], BEEF BROTH [BEEF STOCK, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUGAR, BEEF FAT, MALTODEXTRIN, YEAST EXTRACT AND STABILIZER, XANTHAN GUM, PROPYLENE GLYCOL ALGINATE), DRIED BAY LEAF, BLACK PEPPER], MASHED POTATOES [POTATO, CULINARY CRÈME WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (HIGH OLEIC CANOLA AND/OR HIGH OLEIC SUNFLOWER), RICE SYRUP, WHOLE BROWN RICE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: MALTODEXTRIN, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, PEA PROTEIN, CALCIUM CARBONATE, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, TAPIOCA STARCH, CELLULOSE GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, RICE EXTRACT, XANTHAN GUM], VEGETABLE OIL [CANOLA OIL, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL), SALT, WHITE PEPPER].
Mashed Potato
potatoes (83%), milk (13%), butter (4%) (milk), salt, white pepper
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cottage Pie or Mashed Potato?
Overall, Mashed Potato has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Mashed Potato has fewer calories: 113 kcal versus 147 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Mashed Potato has less sugar: 0 g versus 1.5 g per 100 g.