Sign in

with Email

Reset password


Not a member?
Join now for FREE!

by Ingredient
Search
Search

Potatoes

About the ingredient potatoes. Including 2,264 recipes with potatoes, nutrition data, photos, and where to find it.

 

What are potatoes?

The potato contains vitamins and minerals, as well as an assortment of phytochemicals, such as carotenoids and polyphenols. A medium-size 150 g (5.3 oz) potato with the skin provides 27 mg of vitamin C (45% of the Daily Value (DV)), 620 mg of potassium (18% of DV), 0.2 mg vitamin B6 (10% of DV) and trace amounts of thiamin, riboflavin, folate, niacin, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc. The fiber content of a potato with skin (2 g) is equivalent to that of many whole grain breads, pastas, and cereals.

In terms of nutrition, the potato is best known for its carbohydrate content (approximately 26 grams in a medium potato). The predominant form of this carbohydrate is starch. A small but significant portion of this starch is resistant to digestion by enzymes in the stomach and small intestine, and so reaches the large intestine essentially intact.

![potatoes][img1-big]

This resistant starch is considered to have similar physiological effects and health benefits as fiber: It provides bulk, offers protection against colon cancer, improves glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity, lowers plasma cholesterol and triglyceride concentrations, increases satiety, and possibly even reduces fat storage.

The amount of resistant starch in potatoes depends much on preparation methods. Cooking and then cooling potatoes significantly increased resistant starch. For example, cooked potato starch contains about 7% resistant starch, which increases to about 13% upon cooling.

 [img1-big]: https://recipeland.com/images/i/7844/338/6926ef00ab1a64bba3e58b94a96af1e8.jpg

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 large (3" to 4-1/4" dia.) (300g)
Amount per Serving
Calories 258Calories from Fat 2
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 0%
Trans Fat ~
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 60.0g 20%
Dietary Fiber 5g 22%
Sugars 2.6
Protein 5.1g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 37%
Calcium 2% Iron 5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Where found

Potatoes are usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Potatoes are a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much do potatoes weigh?

Amount Weight
1 large (3" to 4-1/4" dia.) 300 grams
1 medium (2-1/4" to 3-1/4" dia.) 167 grams
1 small (1-3/4" to 2-1/2" dia.) 125 grams
½ cup 78 grams

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

In Chinese:土豆
British (UK) term:
en français:pomme de terre
en español:patatas

Recipes using potatoes

There are 2264 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Air-fryer Crispy Thyme Roasted Potatoes
Air-fryer Crispy Thyme Roasted Potatoes
StarStarStarStarStar

Have some thyme to roast potatoes but are short on time. Using your air-fryer, you can roast potatoes in a flash. Crispy classic Thyme Roasted Potatoes with a modern twist.

Homemade Fish shaped Appetizer
Homemade Fish shaped Appetizer
StarStarStarStarHalf star

Tasty and nutritious appetizer for a kids party.

Hearty and Silky Broccoli Soup
Hearty & Silky Broccoli Soup
StarStarStarStarHalf star

Hearty Broccoli Soup recipe

Very Creamy Corn-Potato Soup
Very Creamy Corn-Potato Soup
StarStarStarStarEmpty star

Very Creamy Corn-Potato Soup recipe

Charred New Potato and Fennel Salad
Charred New Potato & Fennel Salad
StarStarStarHalf starEmpty star

Easy and tasty. Serve it with some delicious summer BBQ, arrange the salad over a bed of fresh greens to get some veggie boost.

Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
StarStarStarHalf starEmpty star

Cheddar Mashed Potatoes recipe

Homemade Appetizer Tree
Homemade Appetizer Tree
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Make this easy appetizer tree the next time you have a kids’ birthday party.

Potato Pancakes
Potato Pancakes
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Potato Pancakes recipe

Best Creamy Broccoli Soup
Best Creamy Broccoli Soup
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Creamy Broccoli Soup recipe

Homemade Birthday Snack
Homemade Birthday Snack
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Make a kids’ birthday party more fun and tasty! This recipe is a kid-friendly fun snack. Try this recipe!

Roasted Veg
Roasted Veg
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

This is an awesomely flexible dinner. You basically chop everything up, douse it in oil and some salt, pepper or whichever spices you're in the mood for (or grab first!) and chuck it in the oven for an hour or so.

Rustic Lentil Stew
Rustic Lentil Stew
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Rustic Lentil Stew

What to do when your brother gives you a courgette.
What to do when your brother gives you a courgette.
StarStarStarStarStar

What to do when your brother gives you a courgette but you only like potatos.

Mashed Potatoes with Garlic
Mashed Potatoes with Garlic
StarStarStarStarStar

Garlic with the smashed potatoes, a very good combination, very tasty.

Chili-Tomato Soup
Chili-Tomato Soup
StarStarStarStarEmpty star

Chili-Tomato Soup recipe

Garlic and Fava Beans Soup
Garlic & Fava Beans Soup
StarStarStarStarHalf star

A soup which is a combination of Mediterranean garlic soups with a 17th century East European fava beans soup. Quite good.

Carrot-Leek Soup with Thyme
Carrot-Leek Soup with Thyme
StarStarStarStarHalf star

This creamy, smooth, flavorful carrot and leek soup is perfect when carrots are at their peak. The soup is easy to make and perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Garnished with fresh thyme leaves for an extra touch of flavor and sophistication.

Tom's Bacon Potato Soup
Tom's Bacon Potato Soup
StarStarStarStarEmpty star

Bacon Potato Soup recipe

Aloo Mathar Paratha  (Sides)
Aloo Mathar Paratha (Sides)
StarStarStarHalf starEmpty star

The quintessential Indian-Singaporean meal accompaniment. Unfortunately, all too often it is made using highly processed white flour and margarine. Here, the parathas are made with whole-wheat flour (you could also try using spelt flour) and stuffed with peas and potatoes, for a lighter but more wholesome take on the original. Serve hot with yoghurt and herbs.

Chicken Potato and Spinach Salad
Chicken Potato & Spinach Salad
StarStarStarEmpty starEmpty star

A chicken breast and potato salad with spinach, dressed with a creamy and tangy tarragon-mustard dressing.

Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup
Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup
StarStarHalf starEmpty starEmpty star

Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup recipe

Fingerling Potatoes with Hazelnut and Sage
Fingerling Potatoes with Hazelnut & Sage
StarEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

A fairly simple yet delicious way to cook these beautiful fingerling potatoes. Sage and hazelnuts were deliciously combined with the potatoes. An excellent side dish.

Grainy Mustard Mashed Creamy Potatoes
Grainy Mustard Mashed Creamy Potatoes
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Grainy Mustard Mashed Creamy Potatoes recipe

Homemade Potato Appetizer
Homemade Potato Appetizer
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Try this recipe.They are great to serve as a party snack.

Easy Cream of Tomato Soup
Easy Cream of Tomato Soup
Empty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty starEmpty star

Easy Cream of Tomato Soup recipe

All 2,264 recipes

List of all ingredients