Microwave Baked Potato

Microwave Baked Potato

303 Ratings

MyPlate Kitchen

Makes: 1 serving

Total Cost: $$$$

This dish is agreat way to enjoy a piping hot baked potato, without even turning on your oven.

Ingredients

1 potato

Directions

1. Scrub potato. Prick several times with a fork or knife.

2. Place on microwave safe plate.

3. Cook according to table below. Turn over halfway through cooking

Number of Potatoes	Time
1	7-8 minutes or until soft
2	10-12 minutes or until soft
4	14-18 minutes or until soft

3. Turn over halfway through cooking.

4. Let potato rest for 1-3 minutes

Source:

Montana State University Extension,
Nutrition Education Programs,
Buy Better. Eat Better. recipes

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 potato (299g)

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	164
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	13 mg
Carbohydrates	37 g
Dietary Fiber	5 g
Total Sugars	2 g
Added Sugars included	0 g
Protein	4 g
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Calcium	26 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	897 mg

N/A - data is not available

Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	164
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Monounsaturated Fat	0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0 g
Linoleic Acid	0 g
α-Linolenic Acid	0 g
Omega 3 - EPA	0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA	0 mg
Cholesterol	0 mg
Carbohydrates	37 g
Dietary Fiber	5 g
Total Sugars	2 g
Added Sugars included	0 g
Protein	4 g
Minerals
Calcium	26 mg
Potassium	897 mg
Sodium	13 mg
Copper	230 mcg
Iron	2 mg
Magnesium	49 mg
Phosphorus	121 mg
Selenium	1 mcg
Zinc	1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Vitamin B12	0 mcg
Vitamin C	42 mg
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Vitamin E	0 mg
Vitamin K	4 mcg
Folate	34 mcg DFE
Thiamin	0.2 mg
Riboflavin	0.1 mg
Niacin	2 mg
Choline	26 mg

Note: only nutrients that are available will show on this display

MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables

1 1/2 cups

My potatoes were perfect. It can�t get any easier than this.

02/03/19

MyPlate.gov is based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025