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Penne pasta with spicy tomato-based Arabian-style sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Arabian penne (220 g) has 370 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 61.2 g of carbs, 11.9 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 4.6 g of fiber. Its 26.4 µg of Selenium covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 220 g
370
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
61.2g
· 22% DV
Protein
11.9g
· 24% DV
Fat
8.4g
· 11% DV
Fiber
4.6g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 13% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.4 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.54 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 616 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% |
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% |
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 cup (medium) | 220 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 47 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 110 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 588 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 440 g | 739 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Arabian penne is a pasta dish made with penne and a spicy, tomato-based sauce. It is not one fixed recipe: the spice blend and any additions can vary from one cook or restaurant to another.
To make Arabian penne, cook the penne until just tender and simmer a tomato-based sauce with spices. Toss the pasta with the sauce, adding a little pasta-cooking water if needed so it coats the ridges and hollow centers.
Arabian penne is built around penne pasta and a spicy tomato-based sauce. Recipes may also include ingredients such as onion, garlic, or peppers, but there is no single required ingredient list for this dish.
Arabian penne is seasoned with spices, but it does not have to be very hot. Its heat depends on the amount and type of chilli used; when making it at home, start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
The pasta shape is the same; Arabian penne refers to penne served with a spicy, tomato-based sauce. Plain penne can be paired with many sauces, while the defining feature of this dish is its particular spiced tomato preparation.
Serve Arabian penne with a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or plain yogurt. These sides complement the spicy tomato sauce without competing with it; crusty bread is another option for scooping up any sauce left on the plate.
Yes, you can add chicken to Arabian penne, although it is not required for the dish. Cook the chicken thoroughly in a separate pan before stirring it into the spiced tomato sauce, then toss everything with the cooked pasta.
Yes, Arabian penne can be made without chilli. The tomato sauce can still have a warm, savory flavor from milder seasonings such as black pepper or cumin; leaving out chilli changes the heat, not the basic idea of the dish.
Refrigerate leftover Arabian penne in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in a pan with a splash of water, stirring until hot, to loosen the sauce and keep the pasta from drying out.
Yes, you can use another pasta shape for Arabian penne; twists or tubes also hold a tomato-based sauce well. Cook the substitute according to its package directions, since cooking times and how much sauce it catches will vary.
Vitamins
B3
2.86mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.62µg · 15% DV
Vitamin E
1.98mg · 13% DV
B1
0.15mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Manganese
0.7mg · 30% DV
Sodium
616mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
158mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
374mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Arabian penne pairs penne pasta with a spicy, tomato-based sauce inspired by Arabian-style flavours. The name describes a style rather than one fixed traditional recipe, so the exact seasoning can vary from kitchen to kitchen.
The sauce brings tangy tomato and heat, while the ridged pasta holds it well. Serve it hot as a simple lunch or dinner; a green salad makes a fresh contrast, whether you’re eating at home or ordering pasta out. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich dish, with a modest amount of protein. For a lighter plate, keep the serving moderate and add vegetables or salad rather than extra sauce.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.