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Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce Calories
Creamy pasta sauce with ricotta cheese and walnuts
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce (125 g) has 195 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 9 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 15.5 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 110 mg of Phosphorus covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 125 g
195
KCAL / 125G
Carbs
9g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
15.5g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 10% · Fat 72%
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (125 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 195 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.5 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 3.88 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
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 Ricotta e Noci Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 125 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 15 g | 23 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 94 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 190 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 245 g | 382 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce
How do you prepare Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce with pasta?
Toss Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce with freshly cooked, drained pasta. Warm the mixture gently in a pan, adding a little pasta cooking water if needed so the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
What does Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce taste like?
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce tastes creamy and mildly savory, with a noticeable walnut flavor. The ricotta gives it a soft, milky character, rather than the sharp acidity of a tomato-based pasta sauce.
What is in Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce?
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce features ricotta cheese and walnuts. Together, they give the sauce its creamy texture and nutty flavor; consult the package for the full ingredient list.
What pasta goes best with Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce?
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce works well with shapes that hold creamy sauce, such as penne, fusilli, or rigatoni. It also pairs nicely with ribbons like tagliatelle, which catch the sauce across their surface.
Does Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce need to be cooked?
No, Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce does not need lengthy cooking. Stir it into cooked pasta and warm it briefly; prolonged boiling can make the creamy sauce separate or lose its smooth texture.
How should you store Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce after opening?
Store opened Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce in the refrigerator in a tightly closed container. Use a clean utensil when serving, and follow the package instructions for how soon to consume it.
Can you freeze Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce?
Freezing Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce is not ideal because the ricotta-based texture may separate or turn grainy after thawing. For the smoothest result, refrigerate it after opening and use it within the package’s stated storage period.
Can you use Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce in recipes other than pasta?
Yes, Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce can also add a creamy, walnut-rich finish to gnocchi or roasted vegetables. In baked dishes, stir it in toward the end of cooking to help prevent the sauce from drying out.
How is Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce different from pesto?
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce is creamy and built around ricotta and walnuts, while pesto is typically herb-forward and oil-based. Choose the ricotta sauce for a softer, milky flavor and pesto for a more pronounced herbal taste.
How can you thin Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce if it is too thick?
Thin Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce with a small splash of hot pasta water, stirring as you add it. Add the water gradually so the sauce loosens enough to coat the pasta without becoming watery.
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
97.5µg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.63µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
600mg · 26% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Calcium
103mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
213mg · 6% DV
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce
To burn the 195 calories in 1 serving (medium) (125 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.
What is Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce?
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce is a creamy Italian-style pasta sauce made with ricotta cheese and walnuts. It brings a mild, savoury cheese flavour and a gentle nuttiness to pasta, with a smooth texture and a little crunch from the nuts.
Toss it through freshly cooked pasta for a quick meal, or serve it with filled pasta and a simple salad. Its richness means a little can go a long way; it contains 12.4 g of fat per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use a smaller amount and loosen it with a splash of pasta water, or add vegetables such as spinach or courgette.
How Nutritious Is Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce 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 Ricotta e Noci Sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not 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
Barilla Ricotta e Noci Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.8:1).
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