Jacket potato with beans

A jacket potato with beans is a classic British comfort dish featuring a whole, oven-baked potato with its skin on, split open and topped with a generous portion of baked beans in tomato sauce. The key ingredients are a large potato (like a Maris Piper or King Edward) and a can of baked beans, often served with butter, cheese, or a sprinkle of pepper. It's a staple of home cooking, pub menus, and school canteens across the United Kingdom.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the potato and beans, providing a good source of fibre, especially if the potato skin is eaten. A typical serving with beans and a little butter or cheese offers a rough ballpark of 400-600 calories, making it a filling and energy-dense meal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	330 kcal
Protein	13 g
Carbs	60 g
Fat	2 g
Fiber	14 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	600 mg
Potassium	900 mg
Vitamin C	20 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Folate	60 µg
Zinc	2 mg

Per 1 medium jacket potato (200 g) with 1/2 cup baked beans (130 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, it's a complete vegetarian protein source when the beans and potato are combined. Culturally, it's often seen as a quick, affordable, and nostalgic 'tea time' meal, embodying a practical and hearty approach to everyday British cooking.