Mashed potatoes
High GI
GL 29 per cup (242 g) · GL 12 per 100 g
- Source of potassium
- High glycemic index
Mashed potatoes has a glycemic index of 80 (High). One cup (242 g) adds a glycemic load of 29.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #170699 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Mashed potatoes
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 242 g | 29 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 15.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.2 g |
| Natural | 1.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Soluble | 0.4 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated | 1.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 1 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Source of potassium
- Contains some fiber
- High glycemic index
- Moderate sodium content
- Low protein content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Mashed potatoes?
Mashed potatoes has a glycemic index of 80 (High). One cup (242 g) has a glycemic load of 29; per 100 g the glycemic load is 12.
Is Mashed potatoes good for people with insulin resistance?
Mashed potatoes has a high glycemic index (80), which means it causes rapid blood sugar spikes. People with insulin resistance should limit their intake.
Which form of Mashed potatoes has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Mashed potatoes in this database, Mashed potatoes with cabbage has the lowest glycemic load (10 per 100 g).
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