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Barilla Protein Spaghetti Calories
High-protein pasta, enriched with lentils, chickpeas, and peas
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Barilla Protein Spaghetti (56 g) has 200 calories. That works out to 357 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.4 g of carbs, 11.8 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 3.9 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Barilla Protein Spaghetti Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 56 g
200
KCAL / 56G
Carbs
31.4g
· 11% DV
Protein
11.8g
· 24% DV
Fat
2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
3.9g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 25% · Fat 9%
Barilla Protein Spaghetti nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (56 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.34 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% |
| Protein | 11.8 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Barilla Protein Spaghetti?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 56 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 70 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 85 g | 303 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 357 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 112 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 500 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 340 g | 1214 kcal |
Calculated from 357 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barilla Protein Spaghetti
How do you cook Barilla Protein Spaghetti?
Cook Barilla Protein Spaghetti in plenty of boiling water, following the time on the package, and stir occasionally so the strands do not stick. Taste it near the end of cooking, then drain as soon as it reaches your preferred firmness.
What is Barilla Protein Spaghetti made of?
Barilla Protein Spaghetti combines wheat pasta with ingredients from lentils, chickpeas, and peas. It is not gluten-free because it contains wheat, so it is unsuitable for people with coeliac disease or a gluten allergy.
How is Barilla Protein Spaghetti different from regular pasta?
Barilla Protein Spaghetti includes lentil, chickpea, and pea ingredients alongside wheat, making it richer in protein and fibre than standard wheat pasta. Its flavour and texture can also be slightly more pronounced than those of plain pasta.
Does Barilla Protein Spaghetti taste like regular spaghetti?
Barilla Protein Spaghetti tastes recognizably like pasta, with a mild legume note that distinguishes it from plain wheat spaghetti. Pairing it with a familiar sauce can make the flavour difference less noticeable.
What sauce goes well with Barilla Protein Spaghetti?
Tomato, vegetable, and pesto sauces all work well with Barilla Protein Spaghetti. A punchy tomato sauce with garlic or roasted vegetables complements its legume flavour without overpowering the pasta.
Can Barilla Protein Spaghetti be used in a cold pasta salad?
Yes, Barilla Protein Spaghetti works in a cold pasta salad. Cook it until just firm, drain it, and let it cool before mixing with vegetables and dressing; this helps the strands hold their shape.
Is Barilla Protein Spaghetti good for weight loss?
Barilla Protein Spaghetti does not cause weight loss by itself. Its protein and fibre can help make a meal more filling, while portion size and additions such as oily sauces affect the overall meal.
Can people with diabetes eat Barilla Protein Spaghetti?
Some people with diabetes can include Barilla Protein Spaghetti in a meal, but its carbohydrates can still affect blood glucose. Portion size and what you eat with it matter; ask your dietitian how it fits your plan.
Is Barilla Protein Spaghetti a complete protein?
Barilla Protein Spaghetti combines wheat with protein-rich legumes, including lentils, chickpeas, and peas. That gives it a broader mix of plant protein sources than plain wheat pasta, but it does not need to be treated as a stand-alone protein food.
How should you store leftover Barilla Protein Spaghetti?
Put leftover cooked Barilla Protein Spaghetti in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat it thoroughly before eating, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for a long time.
Barilla Protein Spaghetti Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.18mg · 7% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
Folate
19.6µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
123mg · 18% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
Sodium
5.6mg · 0% DV
Barilla Protein Spaghetti Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Barilla Protein Spaghetti
To burn the 200 calories in 1 serving (medium) (56 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Barilla Protein Spaghetti?
Barilla Protein Spaghetti is a dried pasta from the Italian brand, made with wheat pasta enriched with lentils, chickpeas and peas. Cook it in salted boiling water as you would regular spaghetti; it has a satisfying bite and works with familiar pasta sauces, while the added pulses bring a mild, earthy note.
In Italy and elsewhere, serve it with tomato and vegetable sauces, olive oil, or a simple herb dressing. It is notably protein-rich, with 21 g of protein per 100 g. For a balanced, lighter meal, pair a moderate portion with plenty of vegetables and choose a tomato-based sauce over a rich creamy one.
How Nutritious Is Barilla Protein Spaghetti?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Barilla Protein Spaghetti Processed?
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.
Does Barilla Protein Spaghetti Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Barilla Protein Spaghetti Good For?
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
Barilla Protein Spaghetti Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.8:1).
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