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Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce Calories

Tomato-based ready pasta sauce

CALORIES · 100 G

54kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

285mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.8g

Quick answer

½ cup (medium) of Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce (125 g) has 68 calories. That works out to 54 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: ½ cup (medium) · 125 g

68

KCAL / 125G

Carbs

8.1g

· 3% DV

Protein

1.8g

· 4% DV

Fat

3.1g

· 4% DV

Fiber

2.3g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 11% · Fat 41%

Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce nutrition facts table · ½ cup (medium) (125 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories68 kcal
Total fat3.1 g4%
Saturated fat0.44 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium350 mg15%
Total carbohydrate8.1 g3%
Fiber2.3 g8%
Protein1.8 g4%

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 ½ Cup of Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
½ cup (medium)125 g68 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)15 g8 kcal
2 tablespoon (medium)30 g16 kcal
0.25 cup (quarter)60 g32 kcal
100 g100 g54 kcal
1 cup (large)250 g135 kcal
1 pack (whole)400 g216 kcal

Calculated from 54 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce

What does “Rosso” mean in Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce?

“Rosso” means “red” in Italian, and Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce is a tomato-based, ready-to-use pasta sauce. It is not the same thing as pesto; the exact ingredient list can differ by market, so the jar gives the product-specific details.

Can you eat Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce straight from the jar?

Yes, it is ready to eat without cooking. For a hot pasta dish, warm the sauce in a pan and toss it with the cooked pasta; this also helps coat the pasta evenly.

Does Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?

Yes, refrigerate the jar after opening and close the lid tightly. Use a clean spoon when serving, and follow the opened-jar storage instructions on the package rather than leaving it at room temperature.

Is Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce spicy?

No, it is generally not a notably hot sauce. If you prefer more heat, add chili flakes while warming it or at the table; that lets you adjust the spice without changing the whole jar.

Can you use Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce on pizza?

Yes, spread a thin layer over the pizza base before adding toppings. Use it sparingly so the dough does not become wet, and spread it evenly rather than leaving a thick pool in the middle.

What pasta shapes go best with Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce?

Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce works with both long and short pasta, including spaghetti, penne, and fusilli. Ridged or twisted shapes hold sauce well; toss the cooked pasta with the warmed sauce before serving.

Can Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce replace passata in a recipe?

It can replace passata in some dishes, but it is a seasoned, ready-made sauce rather than plain sieved tomato. The result may be thicker and more flavored, so adjust other seasonings and liquids in the recipe.

Can Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce be used in lasagna?

Yes, you can use it as a tomato layer in lasagna. Spread it between the pasta sheets with the other filling, and avoid adding so much that the finished layers become too wet.

Can you freeze leftover Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce?

Yes, transfer leftover sauce to a sealed, freezer-safe container and freeze it. Thaw it in the refrigerator and heat it thoroughly before serving; do not put the original glass jar straight into the freezer.

How can you make Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce taste more homemade?

Add freshly cooked onion, vegetables, or herbs while warming it, then taste before adding salt. Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce is a commercially prepared, processed product, while homemade sauce lets you choose the ingredients and seasonings yourself.

Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

9.38mg · 10% DV

Vitamin E

1.38mg · 9% DV

B6

0.13mg · 8% DV

B3

0.88mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Sodium

350mg · 15% DV

Copper

0.1mg · 11% DV

Potassium ⭐

356mg · 10% DV

Manganese

0.19mg · 8% DV

Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.3
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce

To burn the 68 calories in ½ cup (medium) (125 g):

🚶

17min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

7min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

9min

Cycling

🏊

8min

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 Rosso Pasta Sauce?

Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce is a ready-to-use, tomato-based sauce made to dress pasta without much preparation. Its tomato-forward flavour is gently sweet and tangy, and its thick consistency coats noodles well. Warm it through and toss it with freshly cooked pasta, or spoon it over a simple pasta bake.

It suits quick weeknight meals and can be paired with vegetables, beans or fresh herbs. At 54 calories per 100 g, it adds flavour without making the dish especially calorie-dense, though the overall meal depends on what you serve with it. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of sauce and add plenty of vegetables.

How Nutritious Is Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce?

Nutrient density

Medium

48/ 100

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

46/ 100

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 Rosso Pasta 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 Rosso Pasta Sauce Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Barilla Rosso Pasta Sauce Good For?

Vegan

✓ 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 Rosso Pasta Sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.44g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.81g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.38g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 32.8:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (32.8:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.