Calories in Mashed Potatoes
Mashed Potatoes has about 239 calories per 1 cup (210 g), or 114 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 4.4 g protein, 37 g carbs and 8.6 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Potato, mashed, NFS). Source: USDA FDC #2709492
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 cup (210 g) | ½ cup (side) (105 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 114 kcal | 239 kcal | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4.4 g | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 17.6 g | 37 g | 18.5 g |
| Fat | 4.1 g | 8.6 g | 4.3 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 2.5 g | 1.3 g |
| Sugar | 2.1 g | 4.4 g | 2.2 g |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 441 mg | 221 mg |
About Mashed Potatoes
Potatoes mashed with milk and butter. A cup is about 239 kcal; the potato itself is fairly light, and the butter and milk make up most of the difference from a plain boiled potato.
Tip: Gravy adds about 30 kcal per ¼ cup. Swap half the potato for cauliflower to cut the calories without losing the texture.
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Common questions
How many calories are in mashed potatoes?+
About 239 kcal per 1 cup (210 g), or 114 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in ½ cup (side) of mashed potatoes?+
½ cup (side) (105 g) is roughly 120 kcal with 2.2 g protein, 18.5 g carbs and 4.3 g fat.
Are mashed potatoes high in protein?+
Not really — 1 cup gives about 4.4 g protein, only 7% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from carbs.
Are mashed potatoes good for weight loss?+
Mashed potatoes are moderate in calories (114 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet in a normal portion — the key is keeping the serving to around 210 g and watching what you eat alongside it.
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