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Protein-rich tomato pasta dish
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beef tomato pasta (250 g) has 390 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 45.5 g of carbs, 22 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 40 µg of Selenium covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
390
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
45.5g
· 17% DV
Protein
22g
· 44% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 22% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.63 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 22 g | 44% |
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) | 250 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 94 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup (half) | 125 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 499 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 624 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 702 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
Beef tomato pasta is made by cooking beef in a tomato-based sauce and tossing it with cooked pasta. Brown the beef with onion, add tomatoes and seasoning, simmer until the sauce thickens, then combine with the pasta and a splash of its cooking water.
Beef tomato pasta usually contains pasta, beef, tomatoes or tomato paste, onion, oil, and seasonings. Garlic, black pepper, herbs, or chili are common additions, but there is no single fixed ingredient list for this home-style dish.
Ground beef is the easiest choice for beef tomato pasta because it cooks quickly and mixes evenly into the sauce. Small cubes of stewing beef also work, but they need a longer, gentler simmer to become tender.
Short shapes such as penne, fusilli, or rigatoni work well in beef tomato pasta because the sauce clings to their ridges and hollows. Spaghetti is also a good option; toss it thoroughly with the sauce before serving.
For thicker beef tomato pasta sauce, simmer the tomatoes uncovered until excess liquid evaporates before adding the pasta. If the sauce becomes too thick, loosen it with a little pasta cooking water rather than adding more oil.
Yes, beef tomato pasta can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the pasta may be softer after freezing, so slightly undercooking it before freezing can help.
Beef tomato pasta keeps for about 3 days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Let leftovers cool briefly, refrigerate them rather than leaving them out, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, you can make beef tomato pasta in one pot by browning the beef, adding the sauce ingredients and uncooked pasta, then simmering with enough liquid for the pasta to cook. Stir often so the pasta does not stick to the bottom.
Beef tomato pasta is a broad home-style combination, not one single Italian recipe with a fixed traditional formula. Italian cooking does include pasta with beef ragù, while simpler beef-and-tomato versions are made in many countries.
Serve beef tomato pasta with a green salad or cooked vegetables for a balanced meal. Crusty bread can help scoop up extra sauce, while grated cheese is an optional topping rather than a necessary ingredient.
Vitamins
B12
1.63µg · 68% DV
B3
6.25mg · 39% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
B2
0.25mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Phosphorus
263mg · 38% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Zinc
3.63mg · 33% DV
Sodium
650mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
525mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 390 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Beef tomato pasta combines pasta with beef and a tomato-based sauce for a filling, familiar meal. Recipes vary: the beef may be minced or cut into small pieces, and the sauce can be simple or richly seasoned. It is commonly served hot as an easy lunch or dinner, whether made at home or ordered as a casual meal. A crisp salad alongside adds freshness, while leftovers reheat well for another meal.
Pasta supplies most of the carbohydrates, with beef contributing protein; the dish provides 8.8 g of protein per 100 g. Tangy tomato balances the savoury meat and makes the sauce cling to the pasta. For a lighter plate, keep added oil modest and serve it with extra vegetables rather than a heavy side.
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.
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
— Not 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
4.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.