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Nivo ki boiled with Parmesan
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
6 piece (medium) of Nivo ki boiled with Parmesan (120 g) has 228 calories. That works out to 190 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 6 piece (medium) · 120 g
228
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 17% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 228 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 384 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6 piece (medium) | 120 g | 228 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 40 g | 76 kcal |
| 4 piece (small) | 80 g | 152 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 285 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 160 g | 304 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 190 calories per 100 g.
Nivo ki boiled with Parmesan is a dish of small, usually potato-based dumplings cooked in water and finished with Parmesan. Recipes and packaged versions can differ in their ingredients.
Cook Nivo ki gently and remove it as soon as it is tender; vigorous boiling and overcooking can make the pieces fall apart. If using packaged Nivo ki, follow its cooking directions and test a piece before draining the batch.
Nivo ki often floats when it is cooked through because its texture and trapped air change as it heats. Treat floating as a useful cue, not a guarantee: check that a piece is tender before draining.
You can pan-fry Nivo ki after boiling for a browned, crisp exterior, but it is optional. Drain it well first, then fry briefly in a little butter or oil; add Parmesan once the pieces are hot.
Tomato sauce, browned butter with sage, and a light cream sauce all work with Nivo ki boiled with Parmesan. Choose a modest amount of sauce so it complements rather than overwhelms the Parmesan.
Add Parmesan after draining the hot Nivo ki so the cheese clings to the pieces. You can also grate extra Parmesan over the dish at the table, especially if serving it with sauce.
Yes, you can cook Nivo ki ahead, but its texture is best when freshly boiled. Drain it, cool it promptly, refrigerate it in a covered container, and add Parmesan when reheating or serving.
Keep leftover Nivo ki boiled with Parmesan covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Reheat it until steaming hot, adding a splash of water or sauce if the pieces seem dry.
Yes, although cooked Nivo ki may become softer after thawing. For the best texture, freeze it before adding Parmesan or sauce; thaw it in the refrigerator and warm it gently in a pan.
Nivo ki boiled with Parmesan is usually made from small potato-based dumplings, while pasta is generally made from flour or semolina dough. Both can be boiled and served with sauce, but their ingredients and texture differ.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Sodium
384mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Nivo ki boiled with Parmesan is a serving of small Italian gnocchi dumplings, boiled and finished with Parmesan. Gnocchi are commonly made with potato and flour, sometimes with egg in the dough, and are served in many different ways across Italy.
They are soft and tender, with a pleasantly chewy bite; Parmesan brings a salty, savoury finish. Enjoy them as a simple main dish or alongside a green salad or cooked vegetables. The dish is mainly a source of carbohydrates, while the cheese adds some protein and fat. For a lighter plate, go easy on extra cheese or sauce and pair the gnocchi with plenty of vegetables.
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.
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
— 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
3g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.