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Farfalle pasta in creamy tomato sauce; energy-dense with moderate protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Creamy tomato farfalle pasta (220 g) has 370 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 48.6 g of carbs, 11.7 g of protein, 13.6 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 27.3 µg of Selenium covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 220 g
370
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
48.6g
· 18% DV
Protein
11.7g
· 23% DV
Fat
13.6g
· 17% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 13% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.6 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 6.82 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 11.7 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) | 220 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 10 piece (small) | 120 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 15 piece (medium) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 20 piece (large) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Creamy tomato farfalle pasta is made by cooking the bow-tie pasta and tossing it with a tomato-and-cream sauce. Finish the pasta in the pan with a splash of reserved cooking water; its starch helps the sauce cling to the farfalle.
Creamy tomato farfalle pasta contains farfalle, tomatoes, and cream. Many versions also use garlic or onion, olive oil, and herbs such as basil; grated Parmesan is a common finishing touch, though recipes vary.
Farfalle means “butterflies” in Italian and describes the pasta’s bow-tie shape. Its pinched middle and ruffled edges give creamy tomato sauce different surfaces to cling to, but other short pasta shapes can work in the same recipe.
Yes, canned tomatoes work well in creamy tomato farfalle pasta, especially when fresh tomatoes are out of season. Simmer them until the sauce thickens before stirring in the cream, so the finished dish is not watery.
Keep the heat low when adding cream to creamy tomato farfalle pasta. Let the tomato sauce stop boiling, stir in the cream gradually, and avoid a rapid boil afterward; high heat and the tomatoes’ acidity can make the sauce split.
Yes, you can make creamy tomato farfalle pasta with half-and-half or a mixture of milk and a little cream cheese instead. Add the substitute over low heat, since thinner or lower-fat options can split more readily in a hot, acidic tomato sauce.
A crisp green salad or roasted vegetables pair well with creamy tomato farfalle pasta. Their fresh, light flavors balance the rich sauce; grilled chicken is another option if you want to add a protein to the meal.
Creamy tomato farfalle pasta keeps in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Refrigerate it promptly after it cools, rather than leaving it out for an extended period.
Reheat creamy tomato farfalle pasta gently in a pan with a small splash of water or milk, stirring until hot throughout. The added liquid loosens the thickened sauce; avoid repeated reheating, which can make the pasta soft and the cream sauce separate.
Yes, creamy tomato farfalle pasta can be frozen, but the cream sauce may become grainy or separate after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and stir gently while reheating to bring the sauce back together.
Vitamins
B3
2.64mg · 17% DV
B12
0.4µg · 17% DV
Biotin
4.62µg · 15% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
189mg · 27% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Sodium
528mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
374mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 370 calories in 1 cup (medium) (220 g):
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Creamy tomato farfalle pasta pairs bow-tie-shaped pasta, associated with Italian cooking, with a smooth sauce of tomato and cream. The tomato brings gentle acidity, while the cream rounds it out; the pasta’s folds hold onto the sauce, making each bite pleasantly coated.
It works as a straightforward lunch or dinner, served on its own or with a green salad and crusty bread. Versions of creamy tomato pasta are enjoyed well beyond Italy, and the dish is easy to adapt to what you have on hand. It is energy-dense with moderate protein; for a lighter plate, use less cream and add vegetables such as spinach, courgette or peppers.
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
6.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.