White Potato

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Common questions

Is White Potato healthy?

White Potato scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. White potatoes are a whole food that is minimally processed, providing essential nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

How processed is White Potato?

White Potato is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive White Potato's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Potato counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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White Potato

Morrisons
85 Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice
Category Vegetables
Summary

White potatoes are a whole food that is minimally processed, providing essential nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. They are a natural source of energy due to their starch content and can be part of a balanced diet. The lack of additives or harmful ingredients contributes to their high rating.

Key ingredients 1

Potato
Good

Potatoes are a whole food that provides essential nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. They are minimally processed and can be part of a balanced diet. The natural starch content offers a source of energy.

Benefits

Rich in vitamin C and potassium, which support immune function and heart health. The fiber content aids in digestion and promotes satiety.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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