Idahoan Buttery Homestyle Mashed Potatoes, 12 x 4 oz

This product is made with dehydrated potatoes as the primary ingredient, providing the classic mashed potato base once prepared. Richness and flavor are added through butter flavoring and milk-derived ingredients, including nonfat milk and whey, which contribute to the creamy texture.

Seasoning includes salt and a small amount of sugar to balance flavor, while mono- and diglycerides and soy lecithin are used to help maintain smooth consistency when prepared. Natural flavors, along with annatto and turmeric, are included for flavor enhancement and color.

The result is a shelf-stable mashed potato product designed for quick preparation, delivering a familiar buttery taste suitable for everyday meals and food-service use.

Serving Size: 1/2 cup prepared (98g)
Servings Per Container: About 4
Calories: 110 per serving

From a nutritional standpoint, each 1/2-cup prepared serving provides 3g of total fat, representing about 4% of the Daily Value, including 1.5g of saturated fat at approximately 8% of the Daily Value, and 0g of trans fat. Cholesterol content is 5mg per serving, contributing about 2% of the Daily Value. Sodium is approximately 330mg per serving, accounting for about 14% of the Daily Value, which reflects the seasoning and butter flavoring used in this prepared potato product.

Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy, with 19g of total carbohydrates per serving, or about 7% of the Daily Value. This includes 1g of dietary fiber, contributing approximately 4% of the Daily Value, and 2g of total sugars, with 0g of added sugars. Protein content is 2g per serving, which is typical for instant mashed potatoes.

In terms of micronutrients, Idahoan Buttery Homestyle Mashed Potatoes provide vitamin C at approximately 10% of the Daily Value, supporting immune health, along with potassium at about 6% of the Daily Value, which contributes to normal muscle and nerve function. Iron is present in small amounts, while calcium is minimal.

Overall, Idahoan Buttery Homestyle Mashed Potatoes are a convenient, shelf-stable side dish that delivers familiar comfort-food flavor with quick preparation. While moderate in sodium, they can be balanced easily with fresh vegetables or lower-sodium proteins as part of a complete meal.