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High-protein dry pasta
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 ounce (medium) of Barilla Protein Pasta, dry (57 g) has 193 calories. That works out to 339 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.7 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 21.7 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 ounce (medium) · 57 g
193
KCAL / 57G
Carbs
38.7g
· 14% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 20% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 193 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.23 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.85 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.7 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 10.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 ounce (medium) | 57 g | 193 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 57 g | 193 kcal |
| 3 ounce (large) | 85 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 339 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 100 g | 339 kcal |
| 4 ounce (extra large) | 113 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 340 g | 1153 kcal |
Calculated from 339 calories per 100 g.
Cook Barilla Protein Pasta for the time printed on its package, then taste a piece before draining. Cooking times can vary by shape and regional product version, so a fixed time may leave it either too firm or too soft.
Barilla Protein Pasta combines durum wheat ingredients with protein or flour from legumes. The exact blend can vary by product and market, so the package ingredient list is the best source for the particular version you have.
Yes, Barilla Protein Pasta can taste and feel slightly different from standard wheat pasta. Its texture may be a little denser, with a mild legume note; a robust tomato sauce, pesto, or roasted vegetables pair well with it.
Barilla Protein Pasta can foam because protein and starch released into the cooking water form bubbles. Use a roomy pot, keep an eye on the boil, and lower the heat briefly if the foam starts rising toward the rim.
Barilla Protein Pasta works well with tomato, pesto, and vegetable-based sauces. Garlic, olive oil, and roasted vegetables complement its fuller texture; toss the drained pasta with the sauce while both are hot so it coats evenly.
It is not a good idea to eat Barilla Protein Pasta uncooked. Dry pasta is very hard to chew and is intended to be cooked, so boil it according to the directions before serving.
Store opened Barilla Protein Pasta in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keep moisture out to prevent the dry pasta from softening, and use the package’s best-before guidance for storage life.
Yes, you can freeze cooked Barilla Protein Pasta in an airtight freezer-safe container. Its texture may soften after thawing, so slightly undercook it before freezing and reheat it with a little sauce or water.
Barilla Protein Pasta does not cause weight loss by itself. Its protein and fibre can help make a meal more filling, while the portion size and the amount of oil, cheese, or creamy sauce also matter.
People with diabetes can include Barilla Protein Pasta in a meal, but its carbohydrates can still raise blood sugar. A measured portion alongside vegetables and protein may help balance the meal; anyone adjusting diabetes medication should seek advice from their care team.
Vitamins
Folate
119.7µg · 30% DV
B1
0.31mg · 26% DV
B3
2.74mg · 17% DV
Biotin
4.56µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
148mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
188mg · 6% DV
Sodium
2.85mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 193 calories in 2 ounce (medium) (57 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.
Barilla Protein Pasta is a packaged, dry pasta with a higher protein content than conventional pasta. It draws on the familiar Italian pasta format: cook it in boiling water until it reaches the texture you like, then drain and dress it while warm.
Its taste and versatility suit everyday pasta meals around the world, from tomato sauce and vegetables to a simple drizzle of olive oil. The pasta itself provides 17.9 g of protein and 7.1 g of fibre per 100 g. For a balanced meal, pair it with vegetables and a tomato-based sauce, or add beans for a more substantial plant-based dish.
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.
High
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
✓ 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
0.23g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.