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Gluten-free, pseudograin pasta, source of fiber and magnesium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of 100% buckwheat penne, raw (75 g) has 265 calories. That works out to 353 calories per 100 g. It contains 53.6 g of carbs, 9.9 g of protein, 2.3 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 173.3 mg of Magnesium covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 75 g
265
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
53.6g
· 19% DV
Protein
9.9g
· 20% DV
Fat
2.3g
· 3% DV
Fiber
4.9g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 14% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 265 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.3 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% |
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28 g | 99 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 42 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 85 g | 300 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 353 kcal |
Calculated from 353 calories per 100 g.
100% buckwheat penne has a distinctive, earthy, slightly nutty flavour that is more pronounced than ordinary wheat pasta. Its texture can be softer and more delicate, so pair it with a sauce that complements rather than overwhelms its flavour.
Cook 100% buckwheat penne in plenty of boiling water, following the package directions. Start tasting it shortly before the stated time is up, then drain as soon as it is tender to avoid a mushy texture.
100% buckwheat penne can break apart when it is overcooked because buckwheat does not form the gluten structure found in wheat pasta. Use plenty of water, keep the boil steady, and stir gently instead of handling it roughly.
No, 100% buckwheat penne is not the same as soba. Penne is a short, tube-shaped pasta, while soba is a Japanese noodle; many soba products also contain wheat flour, so their ingredients can differ.
Tomato, mushroom, and roasted vegetable sauces work well with 100% buckwheat penne and suit its earthy flavour. You can also toss it with pesto or olive oil, then add beans, lentils, or cheese for a more filling meal.
Usually, no: drain 100% buckwheat penne and mix it straight into the sauce so the sauce clings to the pasta. Rinse it under cold water only if you are making a cold pasta salad and want to stop the cooking.
100% buckwheat penne is made by milling buckwheat into flour, forming it into pasta dough, and shaping it into short tubes. The shaped pasta is typically dried before packaging, so the finished product is processed rather than a whole buckwheat grain.
Store cooked 100% buckwheat penne in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use it within about three days. A little sauce can help keep it from drying out; reheat it thoroughly and avoid reheating the same portion repeatedly.
100% buckwheat penne still provides carbohydrates, and its fibre does not guarantee a particular blood sugar response. If you have diabetes, consider your portion and the rest of the meal with your dietitian or healthcare professional.
100% buckwheat penne is not a weight-loss food by itself, though its fibre and protein can contribute to a filling meal. Serve a moderate portion with vegetables and a protein source to make the meal more satisfying.
Vitamins
B3
4.57mg · 29% DV
B5
0.83mg · 17% DV
Biotin
4.5µg · 15% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
173mg · 41% DV
Manganese
0.9mg · 39% DV
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
260mg · 37% DV
Potassium ⭐
345mg · 10% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 265 calories in 1 serving (medium) (75 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
100% buckwheat penne, raw is dry pasta made entirely from buckwheat, a seed-like pseudograin rather than wheat. Penne is the ridged, tube-shaped pasta associated with Italy; buckwheat itself is used in dishes across several food traditions. It needs to be cooked before serving.
Its nutty, earthy flavour works well with tomato or mushroom sauces, roasted vegetables and a drizzle of olive oil. It can be served as a main dish or in a pasta salad, and is a useful alternative for people avoiding wheat. Buckwheat provides fibre and protein; a 75 g portion is a practical starting point, with vegetables and a substantial sauce rounding out the meal. Check the package’s preparation guidance, since buckwheat pasta can turn soft if overcooked.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.77g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.