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Bolognese Sauce Calories
Classic Italian meat and tomato sauce, used for pasta.
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Bolognese Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
90
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.8g
· 36%
Protein
4.5g
· 21%
Fat
4.2g
· 43%
Fiber
1.7g
Bolognese Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
52mg · 7% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Bolognese Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Bolognese 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 Bolognese Sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Bolognese Sauce Good For?
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
Bolognese Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Bolognese Sauce — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Bolognese sauce?
Bolognese sauce provides 90 calories per 100 g.
How much protein does Bolognese sauce contain?
Bolognese sauce contains 4.5 g of protein per 100 g. This can contribute to the protein content of a meal.
Is Bolognese sauce high in carbohydrates?
Bolognese sauce contains 7.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. The carbohydrate amount eaten depends on the portion of sauce used.
How much fat is in Bolognese sauce?
There are 4.2 g of fat in 100 g of Bolognese sauce.
Does Bolognese sauce contain fiber?
Yes, Bolognese sauce provides 1.7 g of fiber per 100 g. Fiber intake is best considered in the context of the full meal and daily diet.
What is the glycemic index of Bolognese sauce?
Bolognese sauce has a glycemic index of 45. This places it below the medium glycemic-index range.
Can Bolognese sauce fit into a diet?
Bolognese sauce can fit into a diet when portions are considered. Per 100 g, it provides 90 calories, 7.8 g of carbohydrates, and 4.2 g of fat.
Is Bolognese sauce suitable for the Mediterranean diet?
Yes, Bolognese sauce is listed as compatible with the Mediterranean diet. It is also compatible with omnivore and flexitarian eating patterns.
Is Bolognese sauce suitable for vegan or vegetarian diets?
The provided diet compatibility lists Bolognese sauce for omnivore, Mediterranean, and flexitarian diets. Vegan and vegetarian suitability is not specified.
Is Bolognese sauce processed?
Yes. Bolognese sauce is categorized as a processed food, with a processing level listed as processed.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.