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Gluten-free corn-based dry pasta
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Corn spaghetti, raw (75 g) has 268 calories. That works out to 357 calories per 100 g. It contains 59.4 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 9 µg of Selenium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 75 g
268
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
59.4g
· 22% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 8% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 268 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.2 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.18 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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 serving (medium) | 75 g | 268 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 45 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 90 g | 321 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 357 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 180 g | 643 kcal |
Calculated from 357 calories per 100 g.
Cook corn spaghetti in plenty of boiling water, following the timing on its package. Cooking times vary by brand, so taste a strand near the end; stir gently and drain as soon as it is tender to help prevent it becoming mushy.
Corn spaghetti can fall apart if it is overcooked or stirred vigorously. Its structure differs from wheat pasta, so follow the package directions, check it before the end of the suggested cooking time, and handle it gently when draining.
No, corn spaghetti has a mild corn flavor and a texture that can feel different from wheat spaghetti. It may seem firmer or more fragile depending on how it is cooked, so avoid leaving it in the water after it reaches the texture you like.
Tomato, vegetable, and olive-oil-based sauces pair well with corn spaghetti. A generously coated sauce can complement its sometimes delicate texture; toss the drained pasta with the sauce promptly rather than letting it sit and dry out.
Usually, no: rinsing corn spaghetti removes surface starch that helps sauce cling. Drain it and add the sauce right away. Rinsing can make sense if you are using the pasta cold in a salad and want to stop it cooking.
Yes, corn spaghetti can be served al dente, but it may have a different bite from wheat pasta and can turn soft quickly if overcooked. Start checking it before the package’s suggested cooking time is up, then drain it promptly.
Yes, you can cook corn spaghetti ahead, though it may soften as it sits. Drain it, toss it lightly with a little sauce, and refrigerate it in a covered container; reheat gently with extra sauce or a splash of water.
Cooked corn spaghetti keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat it thoroughly; adding a little water or sauce helps restore moisture if it has dried out.
Yes, people with diabetes can eat corn spaghetti, but its carbohydrates can raise blood sugar. Pairing a moderate serving with non-starchy vegetables and a protein source can make a more balanced meal than eating a large bowl of pasta alone.
Corn spaghetti does not cause weight loss by itself. A moderate portion served with vegetables and a protein-rich food can make a satisfying meal, while large portions and rich sauces can add substantially to the meal’s overall energy.
Vitamins
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
B3
1.27mg · 8% DV
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
Folate
21µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
89mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.21mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
107mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 268 calories in 1 serving (medium) (75 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.
Corn spaghetti, raw is dry pasta made from corn flour rather than the wheat semolina used in conventional spaghetti. It keeps the familiar long strands and works with many of the same sauces, while bringing a mild, slightly sweet corn flavour.
Boil it according to the packet directions, then serve with tomato sauce, vegetables, olive oil or a meat-based sauce. In the US and elsewhere, it can be an easy swap in everyday pasta dishes; its texture may be less elastic than wheat pasta, so avoid overcooking it. It is mainly a carbohydrate source, with 7.4 g of protein per 100 g. Add vegetables and beans, tofu or another protein source for a more substantial meal.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.