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Classic noodle pasta prepared with grated or melted cheese. Source of carbohydrates and protein.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cheese noodle pasta (150 g) has 285 calories. That works out to 190 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.5 g of carbs, 11.3 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 15 µg of Selenium covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 150 g
285
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
40.5g
· 15% DV
Protein
11.3g
· 23% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% 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 57% · Protein 16% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 285 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.05 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% |
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) | 150 g | 285 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 75 g | 143 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 380 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 475 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 350 g | 665 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 760 kcal |
Calculated from 190 calories per 100 g.
Cheese noodle pasta is made by tossing cooked noodles or pasta with grated or melted cheese. Drain the pasta, then stir in the cheese while it is still hot; a splash of cooking water helps it coat the noodles evenly.
Cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack melt smoothly in cheese noodle pasta. For a sharper taste, combine a melting cheese with a little Parmesan; very dry or crumbly cheeses alone may not make a cohesive coating.
Not necessarily: cheese noodle pasta is a broad description, while macaroni and cheese usually means pasta coated in a cheese sauce, often made with elbow macaroni. Cheese noodle pasta can instead use egg noodles and grated or simply melted cheese.
To keep cheese noodle pasta smooth, add finely grated cheese gradually over low heat and toss continuously. Very high heat can make cheese tighten or separate, while a small splash of pasta water helps distribute it over the noodles.
Yes, cheese noodle pasta can be baked. Mix cooked noodles with cheese and a little liquid so the mixture stays moist, transfer it to a baking dish, and add more cheese on top for a browned finish.
You can make cheese noodle pasta creamy without cream by stirring a little starchy pasta water into the cheese as it melts. Add the water gradually off high heat; too much at once can make the coating thin rather than silky.
Vegetables such as peas, broccoli, or spinach make cheese noodle pasta a more varied meal, while cooked chicken can add a savory topping. Cook add-ins separately when needed, then fold them in so the noodles do not overcook.
Store leftover cheese noodle pasta in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Reheat it gently on the stove with a splash of water or milk, stirring until the cheese loosens and coats the noodles again.
Yes, you can freeze cheese noodle pasta, though the cheese may turn grainy or separate after thawing. Freeze it in individual portions, then reheat slowly with a little liquid and stir well to bring the coating together.
A crisp green salad, steamed vegetables, or roasted broccoli pairs well with cheese noodle pasta. Their fresh or lightly bitter flavors balance the dish’s rich cheese coating without competing with the noodles.
Vitamins
B12
0.52µg · 22% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
B5
0.75mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
120µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
135mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 285 calories in 1 cup (medium) (150 g):
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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.
Cheese noodle pasta combines erişte—Turkish noodles, often made with flour and egg—with grated or melted cheese. Erişte is a familiar home-cooked staple in Turkey, where families may cut and dry their own noodles; the shape and thickness vary by region. The noodles are boiled, then tossed with cheese while hot or served with it melted over the top.
The result is tender and filling, with a savoury, creamy cheese flavour. In Turkey it can be served as a simple main dish or alongside soup or salad, and a little butter or black pepper is a common finishing touch. It provides mainly carbohydrates, along with some protein: a 100 g serving has 27 g of carbohydrates and 7.5 g of protein. For a lighter meal, use a modest amount of cheese and add vegetables or a fresh salad.
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
✓ 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
4.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.