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Microwave Baked Potato

Microwave Baked Potato on a plate
Makes: 1 serving

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

Ingredients

  • 1 potato

Directions

Number of Potatoes

Time

1

7 to  minutes or until soft

2 or 3

10 to 12 minutes or until soft

4 or 5

14 to 18 minutes or until soft

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Scrub potato. Prick several times with a fork or knife.
  3. Place on microwave-safe plate.
  4. Cook according to table above.
  5. Turn halfway through cooking.
  6. Let potato rest for 1 to 3 minutes
  7. Add seasonings and toppings as desired.

Notes

Learn more about:

Source:

Montana State University Extension Service
Nutrition Education Program

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 potato (299g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 161
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 18 mg
Carbohydrates 36 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 26 mg
Iron 2 mg
Potassium 924 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 161
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 36 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 4 g
Minerals
Calcium 26 mg
Potassium 924 mg
Sodium 18 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 49 mg
Phosphorus 121 mg
Selenium 1 mg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 2 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg
Vitamin C 17 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 3 mcg
Folate 49 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 25 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 1/2 cups