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Barilla Fusilli pasta
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Barilla Fusilli pasta (70 g) has 251 calories. That works out to 359 calories per 100 g. It contains 50.5 g of carbs, 8.8 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 21 µg of Selenium covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 70 g
251
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
50.5g
· 18% DV
Protein
8.8g
· 18% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 14% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 251 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.21 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 50.5 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% |
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) | 70 g | 251 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 10 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 50 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 56 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 85 g | 305 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 359 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 140 g | 503 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 500 g | 1795 kcal |
Calculated from 359 calories per 100 g.
Cook Barilla Fusilli pasta in boiling water and start tasting it before the package’s suggested cooking time ends. Drain it when the centre is still slightly firm, then finish it briefly in the sauce for an al dente texture.
Fusilli refers to the spiral shape of Barilla Fusilli pasta. Its twists catch sauce and small ingredients, making the shape especially practical for chunky sauces, pasta salads, and baked pasta dishes.
Yes, Barilla Fusilli pasta works well in a pasta bake because its spirals hold sauce between their ridges. Boil it until just under your preferred doneness, since it will continue cooking in the oven.
Use a large pot of boiling water so Barilla Fusilli pasta has room to move as it cooks. Stir it soon after adding it and occasionally afterwards to help keep the spirals from sticking together.
No, don’t rinse Barilla Fusilli pasta if you’re serving it with a hot sauce; rinsing removes surface starch that helps sauce cling. Rinsing under cold water is useful when you’re making a chilled pasta salad.
The standard Barilla Fusilli pasta is typically made with durum wheat semolina and water. Recipes can vary by product and market, so check the ingredient information on your package if you need to confirm the exact formulation.
Pesto, tomato sauce, and creamy sauces all pair well with Barilla Fusilli pasta. The spirals also work particularly well with chunky sauces containing vegetables, beans, or small pieces of meat.
Yes, Barilla Fusilli pasta can be cooked in a large microwave-safe bowl with plenty of water, but stovetop cooking is easier to control. Use a bowl with room for bubbling water, stir during cooking, and check the texture often.
Store leftover Barilla Fusilli pasta in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it soon. If it has already been mixed with sauce, stir in a little water when reheating to loosen the sauce.
Yes, Barilla Fusilli pasta is a good choice for cold pasta salads because its twists catch dressing and chopped ingredients. Cook it until tender but still firm, cool it, and then toss it with the dressing.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.91mg · 6% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Manganese
0.49mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
105mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
140mg · 4% DV
Sodium
3.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 251 calories in 1 cup (medium) (70 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
Barilla Fusilli pasta is a packaged Italian-style pasta shaped into short spirals, usually made from durum wheat semolina and water. Its twists catch sauce well, while the cooked pasta stays pleasantly firm and chewy.
It is commonly served hot with tomato, meat or cheese sauces, and also works in cold pasta salads. Around the world, you can make it a simple weeknight meal or serve it as a side; its flavour is mild enough to pair with vegetables, herbs and a range of sauces. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein. For a more balanced plate, add vegetables and keep rich sauces moderate.
Low
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
0.21g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.