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McDonald's Hash Brown: calories, sugar and salt
Per hash brown (55g) of McDonald's Hash Brown contains 127 kcal, 0.2g of sugar (0.1 teaspoons) and 0.64g of salt. It is classified as NOVA 4 under the NOVA food processing classification system.
Dietary: Vegan | Allergens: None of the 14 major allergens
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Nutrition by serving: calories, sugar and salt
Nutrition by serving: McDonald's Hash Brown
Serving
Calories
Salt
Sugar
= teaspoons
Protein
Per hash brown (55g)
127 kcal
0.64g
0.2g
0.1 tsp
1.1g
Also per 100g: 231 kcal, 13.45g fat (1.27g sat), 23.64g carbs (0.36g sugar), 2g protein, 1.16g salt. Salt amber above 20% of 6g adult limit, red above 75%. Sugar in teaspoons at 4g each.
McDonald's Hash Brown contains 127 kcal, 7.4g of fat (0.7g saturated), 13g of carbohydrate (0.2g sugar), 1.1g of protein and 0.64g of salt per standard serving.
Sugar in McDonald's Hash Brown
McDonald's Hash Brown contains 0.2g of sugar per standard serving (0.1 teaspoons). Low sugar
The NHS free sugar limit is 30g per day for adults, 24g for children aged 7 to 10, and 19g for children aged 4 to 6. The table below shows how this compares across all age groups.
Sugar by portion: McDonald's Hash Brown
Portion
Adult (female) 30g
Adult (male) 30g
Age 11 to 17 30g
Age 7 to 10 24g
Age 4 to 6 19g
Per hash brown (55g)
0.2g 1%
0.2g 1%
0.2g 1%
0.2g 1%
0.2g 1%
Teaspoons
0.1 tsp
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake. Source: official UK nutrition data at time of writing. For guidance only.
Salt in McDonald's Hash Brown
McDonald's Hash Brown contains 0.64g of salt per standard serving. Low salt
Children have lower salt limits: 3g per day for ages 4 to 6, 5g for ages 7 to 10. The table below shows how this serving compares to daily limits for adults and children.
Salt by portion: McDonald's Hash Brown
Portion
Adult (female) 6g
Adult (male) 6g
Age 11 to 17 6g
Age 7 to 10 5g
Age 4 to 6 3g
Per hash brown (55g)
0.64g 11%
0.64g 11%
0.64g 11%
0.64g 13%
0.64g 21%
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake. Source: official UK nutrition data at time of writing. For guidance only.
Calories in McDonald's Hash Brown
Calories by portion: McDonald's Hash Brown
Portion
Adult (female) 2000 kcal
Adult (male) 2500 kcal
Age 11 to 17 1936 kcal
Age 7 to 10 1553 kcal
Age 4 to 6 1291 kcal
Per hash brown (55g)
127 kcal 6%
127 kcal 5%
127 kcal 7%
127 kcal 8%
127 kcal 10%
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake. Source: official UK nutrition data at time of writing. For guidance only.
Saturated fat in McDonald's Hash Brown
Saturated fat by portion: McDonald's Hash Brown
Portion
Adult (female) 20g
Adult (male) 30g
Age 11 to 17 20g
Age 7 to 10 18g
Age 4 to 6 16g
Per hash brown (55g)
0.7g 3%
0.7g 2%
0.7g 3%
0.7g 4%
0.7g 4%
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake. Source: official UK nutrition data at time of writing. For guidance only.
UPF classification: is McDonald's Hash Brown ultra-processed?
NOVA 4: ultra-processed food
Contains modified maize starch, dextrose and flavourings — industrial additives. Cooked in same oil as Veggie Dippers so may not be suitable for all vegetarians.
The NOVA classification system groups foods by the extent and purpose of processing. NOVA 4 covers products containing industrial additives not typically used in home cooking.
McDonald's prepares food in kitchens where all 14 major allergens are present. Cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed for any item.
Frequently asked questions
Per hash brown (55g): 127 kcal. Adult daily reference intake is 2,000 kcal.
Per hash brown (55g): 0.2g of sugar (0.1 teaspoons). The NHS free sugar limit is 30g per day for adults, 24g for children aged 7 to 10, and 19g for children aged 4 to 6.
Per hash brown (55g): 0.64g of salt, which is 11% of the adult daily limit of 6g. For a child aged 7 to 10, the same portion is 13% of their limit.
McDonald's Hash Brown is classified as NOVA 4. Contains modified maize starch, dextrose and flavourings — industrial additives. Cooked in same oil as Veggie Dippers so may not be suitable for all vegetarians.
McDonald's Hash Brown is suitable for vegans.
None of the 14 major allergens. McDonald's prepares food in kitchens where all 14 major allergens are present so cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed.
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Source: McDonald's UK Allergen & Nutrition Guide, January 2025 (official McDonald's UK PDF). NOVA classification from ingredient list at time of writing. For guidance only, not medical advice.
