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Mashed potato
Mashed potato by Waitrose provides 81 kcal per 100 g, with 1 g of sugars and 1.2 g of protein. That is 58% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Mashed potatoes category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 0.5 pack (225 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 81 kcal | 182 kcal | 156 −48% | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 6.7 g | 9% | 4.3 −31% |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 4.7 g | 24% | 2.3 −9% |
| Carbohydrates | 11.4 g | 25.6 g | 9% | 25.1 −55% |
| Total sugars | 1 g | 2.2 g | 2.3 −58% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.1 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.8 g | 4.1 g | 15% | 3.4 −47% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2.8 g | 6% | 5.1 −76% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 1 g | 0.8 −44% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 318 Mashed potatoes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other mashed potatoes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Potato (85%), single cream (milk) (7%). milk, salted butter (butter (milk), salt), salt, white pepper
- Allergens
- Milk
Product details
- Serving size
- 0.5 pack (225 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169015605
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mashed potato?
Mashed potato contains 81 kcal per 100 g and about 182 kcal per serving (0.5 pack (225 g)).
How much sugar is in Mashed potato?
Mashed potato has 1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Mashed potato healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Mashed potato vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Mashed potato contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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