$10.99 | 450 Calories
It looks like you are asking about the basic Baked Potato side dish at Red Lobster, which serves as a foundation for popular upgrades like the Loaded, Creamy Lobster, or Crab-Topped versions.
Here is the detailed information for the plain Red Lobster Baked Potato (without toppings):
A classic side dish consisting of a large Russet potato that is baked until the skin is crispy and the interior is soft and fluffy. It is typically served plain, allowing the guest to add their own toppings like butter, sour cream, or to order it “Loaded” (bacon, cheddar, green onions) or with a seafood upgrade.
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💰 Price
The Baked Potato is often included as a complimentary side with certain entrées. When ordered separately or as an extra side:
- Approximate Price: $2.99 – $4.99 (Varies by location and whether it’s an included side or an added side).
- Price for Toppings: Toppings like Butter (approx. $0.99) or Sour Cream (approx. $0.50) are typically extra.
🔥 Calories
- Total Calories (Plain, without any toppings): 210 CALS
🍽️ Ingredients (Plain)
- Potato: Whole Russet potato.
- Oil/Fat: Some restaurants lightly coat the potato skin in a small amount of oil or fat before baking to achieve a crispy skin.
- Salt: Seasoning (sometimes added to the skin).
📊 Nutrition Table (Plain, without Toppings – Approximate Values for 210 CALS)
| Nutrient | Value (Approximate) | % Daily Value (DV) |
| Calories | 210 kcal | |
| Total Fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45 g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g | 20% |
| Sugars | 2 g | |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
⚠️ Allergens List ✅
The plain baked potato is generally considered safe for most allergens, but the restaurant environment carries a risk.
| Allergen | Presence ✅ |
| Milk (Dairy) | |
| Wheat/Gluten | |
| Soy | Possible |
| All other major allergens |
FAQs
1. How many calories are in the Loaded Baked Potato?
Answer: A Loaded Baked Potato at Red Lobster—typically topped with butter, sour cream, bacon, and cheddar cheese—contains about 520 calories. By comparison, a plain baked potato has approximately 210 calories, meaning the added toppings more than double the total calorie count.
2. Is the plain Baked Potato suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Answer: Yes. A plain baked potato is naturally gluten-free. However, if you add toppings or sauces, it’s important to confirm that those ingredients (such as bacon bits or seasonings) are also gluten-free.
3. Is oil used on the baked potato skin?
Answer: Preparation methods can vary by location, but many restaurants lightly coat the potato skin with a small amount of oil, butter, or fat along with salt to achieve a crisp texture. If you closely monitor fat intake, it’s best to ask your local restaurant about their preparation process.
4. What optional toppings are available for the Baked Potato?
Answer: Optional toppings—usually available for an additional charge—commonly include butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, creamy lobster, and crab topping (availability may vary seasonally).
5. Can the Baked Potato be ordered for takeout?
Answer: Yes. The Baked Potato can be ordered as a side for takeout or delivery. When ordered to-go, toppings such as butter and sour cream are typically provided in separate containers for convenience.
