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The Green Potato Predicament: What Those Mysterious Spots Really Mean (And How to Safely Save Your Sunday Mashed Potatoes)

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healthy, it’s generally considered safe to cook.


When Should You Throw a Potato Away?

Discard the potato if it:

  • Has extensive green discoloration
  • Tastes bitter
  • Has many large sprouts
  • Feels soft, shriveled, or rotten
  • Has mold or an unpleasant odor

A bitter taste is often a warning sign of elevated solanine levels. If a potato tastes bitter, stop eating it.


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