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The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes
The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes by Smash! provides 53 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 1.2 g of protein. That is 83% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Instant mashed potatoes category and comes in a 360g pack. Contains: sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 30 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 53 kcal | 16 kcal | 211 −75% | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0.2 g | 0% | 2.1 −76% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.1 −91% |
| Carbohydrates | 11.3 g | 3.4 g | 1% | 41.7 −73% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0.2 g | 2.9 −83% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 4.6 −74% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 6.4 −81% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0.7 −74% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 426 Instant mashed potatoes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other instant mashed potatoes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Dehydrated Potato (98%), Salt, Emulsifier (Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Stabiliser (Diphosphates), Antioxidants (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Bisulphite
- Allergens
- Sulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 360g
- Serving size
- 30 g
- Labels & certifications
- Vegetarian
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000354917431
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes?
The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes contains 53 kcal per 100 g and about 16 kcal per serving (30 g).
How much sugar is in The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes?
The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does The Original Instant Mashed Potatoes contain?
According to the label data it contains: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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