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Boiled plain cut pasta; typically wheat-based with moderate energy density.
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
157
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
30.9g
· 80%
Protein
5.8g
· 15%
Fat
0.9g
· 5%
Fiber
1.8g
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Folate
18µg · 5% DV
B3
0.7mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
✓ 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
0.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
Clumping usually happens when pasta is cooked in too little water or left sitting after draining. Boil it in plenty of water and combine it with sauce soon after draining for the best texture.
Cooked pasta generally keeps for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should not be left at room temperature for long periods.
Yes, it can be frozen in portions in airtight containers or freezer bags. The texture may soften slightly after thawing, so it often works best in sauced dishes.
Because it provides carbohydrates, it can fit both pre-workout meals for energy and post-workout meals to help replenish glycogen. Pairing it with a protein source can make the meal more balanced.
Weight gain depends more on total intake and portion size than on the clock. If eaten at night, a lighter sauce and a moderate portion may feel more comfortable.
Vegetables add volume and fibre, while foods like yogurt, cheese, eggs, legumes, fish, or meat can improve the protein balance of the meal. This usually makes the dish more filling than pasta alone.
Yes, overcooking makes pasta softer and can make it easier to eat quickly. Pasta cooked just until tender usually holds its structure better and works better with sauce.
The better choice depends on your portion, your goal, and what you eat with it. In practice, sauces, added fats, and side dishes often make a bigger difference than choosing pasta or rice alone.
Not necessarily. Being processed does not automatically make a food unhealthy; the overall meal pattern, portion size, and what you add to it matter more.
People with coeliac disease, gluten intolerance, or allergies to gluten or eggs should avoid it. Those managing blood sugar may also want to pay closer attention to portion size and meal composition.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.