Potato soup, instant, dry mix
FDC 171608serving 1/3 cup (39 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 33 · +23 vs Soups & sauces medianThis instant dry potato soup mix scores 33 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band, but it still ranks 10th of 60 soups and sauces, well above the category median of 10. Dry mix concentrates nutrition too, with an excellent 27% DV each of dietary fiber and potassium per 100 grams.
It is meant to be reconstituted with hot water or milk for a quick bowl of soup, and a 1/3 cup serving of the dry mix makes enough for one portion. The number to watch is sodium, which sits at 2400 milligrams per 100 grams of the dry mix, so the prepared soup should be treated as a sodium-heavy pantry shortcut rather than an everyday base.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 343 kcal | 17% |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.61 g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 2400 mg | 104% |
| Carbohydrate | 76 g | 28% |
| Dietary fiber | 7.6 g | 27% |
| Sugars | 10 g | |
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% |
| Potassium | 1250 mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 62 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 16 mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 3 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54 mg | 4% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 134 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 1.2 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 4.7 mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% |
| Carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Sugars | 3.9 g | |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
| Potassium | 488 mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.93 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 24 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 6.2 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 1.2 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 171608Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the soups & sauces median
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Instant potato soup mix is built from dehydrated potato flakes, milk solids and seasonings that rehydrate into a creamy soup with just hot water or milk, making it a fast pantry staple for a quick lunch or a base to dress up with shredded cheese, bacon bits or chives. Because it starts as a dry mix, it also works stirred into casseroles or as a shortcut thickener for chowders when a smooth, potato-forward flavor is wanted without peeling and boiling potatoes from scratch. A packet can also be blended with extra milk and a pat of butter to stretch it into a richer, more restaurant-style bowl.
Store the sealed packet in a cool, dry pantry where it keeps well past most fresh ingredients, and prepare only what will be eaten in one sitting since reconstituted soup doesn't hold as well as one made from scratch. A 39 gram serving carries 343 calories per 100 grams along with 2,400 milligrams of sodium, so it's worth pairing with low-sodium sides, but it also delivers 27% of the Daily Value each for fiber and potassium and 18% for protein and vitamin C, making it more nutritionally rounded than a typical instant soup. Whisking the powder into the liquid gradually, rather than all at once, helps it dissolve smoothly without lumps.
Frequently asked questions about potato soup, instant
How many calories are in instant potato soup mix?
The dry mix has 343 calories per 100 grams, with a typical 39 gram serving making a bowl of soup once rehydrated.
Is instant potato soup high in sodium?
Yes, it contains 2,400 milligrams of sodium per 100 grams, so it's worth pairing with lower-sodium sides.
Is potato soup mix a good source of potassium?
Yes, it supplies 27% of the Daily Value for potassium, along with 27% for fiber.