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Sweet potato
Sweet potato by sainsbury-s provides 71 kcal per 100 g, with 11.5 g of sugars and 1.9 g of protein. That is 68% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Sweet potatoes category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | 71 kcal | 103 −31% | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 1.3 −62% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.3 g | 2% | 0.2 +58% |
| Carbohydrates | 13.5 g | 13.5 g | 5% | 20.8 −35% |
| Total sugars | 11.5 g | 11.5 g | 6.8 +68% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.6 g | 2.6 g | 9% | 2.8 −8% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 1.9 g | 4% | 1.6 +17% |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 1.1 −92% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 121 Sweet potatoes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sweet potatoes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sweet potato
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 serving (100 g)
- Labels & certifications
- OrganicVegetarianSoil Association OrganicWhole food
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01214383
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Sweet potato?
Sweet potato contains 71 kcal per 100 g and about 71 kcal per serving (1 serving (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Sweet potato?
Sweet potato has 11.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Sweet potato healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Sweet potato vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. 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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