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Tomato-sauced pasta dish with meatballs, protein and carbohydrates
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
170
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
20.1g
· 47%
Protein
8.5g
· 20%
Fat
6.1g
· 33%
Fiber
1.7g
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B3
2.8mg · 18% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
115mg · 16% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% 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
— 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
SATURATED
2.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.82g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
It usually works better 2-3 hours before training, because the carbs and protein can support energy and satiety. After training, it can still fit, but adding vegetables or an extra lean protein source may make the meal more balanced.
Eating it at night does not automatically cause weight gain. Portion size and your overall daily intake matter more than the clock.
The combination of pasta, meatballs, and sauce can digest more slowly for some people. Large portions, richer sauces, and eating too fast can make that heavy feeling more noticeable.
Add a generous side salad, cooked vegetables, or a vegetable-based starter to increase volume and fibre. Keeping the pasta portion moderate and adding more vegetables often improves fullness.
Simple sides like a green salad, roasted vegetables, or a tomato-based vegetable dish pair well with it. These add freshness and help balance the richness of the pasta and meatballs.
Once cooked, it is best eaten within 1-2 days if refrigerated promptly in a sealed container. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
Yes, it freezes reasonably well, although the pasta may soften after thawing. For better texture, freezing the sauce and meatballs separately from the pasta is often the best option.
Add a splash of water or extra sauce before reheating and cover it to trap moisture. Stirring partway through also helps it heat more evenly.
Spaghetti with meatballs is often a more moderate, easier-to-portion choice than lasagna, which can feel heavier and richer. Compared with plain pasta, it already includes some protein, so it may be more satisfying on its own.
People with gluten or egg allergies should check the ingredient list carefully, especially for processed versions. Those watching sodium intake may also want to compare labels, because prepared meals can vary a lot.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.