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Pasta salad with tomato sauce Calories
A chilled pasta salad prepared with tomato sauce; primarily a carbohydrate-rich dish.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Pasta salad with tomato sauce (180 g) has 247 calories. That works out to 137 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.8 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 33.3 µg of Selenium covers 61% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pasta salad with tomato sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
247
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
42.8g
· 16% DV
Protein
7.7g
· 15% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 12% · Fat 21%
Pasta salad with tomato sauce nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 247 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.81 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 423 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Pasta salad with tomato sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 21 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 90 g | 123 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 301 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 270 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 500 g | 685 kcal |
Calculated from 137 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pasta salad with tomato sauce
What is pasta salad with tomato sauce?
Pasta salad with tomato sauce is a chilled or room-temperature dish made by tossing cooked pasta with tomato sauce and optional vegetables or herbs. Unlike creamy pasta salads, its main dressing is tomato-based, so the pasta absorbs much of the sauce as it rests.
How do you make pasta salad with tomato sauce?
Cook short pasta until just tender, drain it, and let it cool before mixing it with tomato sauce and any chosen add-ins. Chill the salad before serving so the flavors combine, then adjust the sauce if the pasta has absorbed too much.
What ingredients go in pasta salad with tomato sauce?
The basic ingredients are cooked pasta and tomato sauce; olive oil, herbs, chopped vegetables, olives, or cheese are common additions. There is no single fixed recipe, so choose additions that hold their shape and taste good chilled.
Which pasta shape is best for pasta salad with tomato sauce?
Short shapes such as rotini, penne, or macaroni work well because they are easy to eat cold and hold sauce in their ridges or tubes. Long strands are less convenient to mix evenly and serve as a salad.
Can pasta salad with tomato sauce be served warm?
Yes, it can be served warm, but it is usually chilled or served at room temperature. Warm pasta makes the dish feel more like sauced pasta than a salad, and the pasta may soften further as it sits in the tomato sauce.
How do you keep pasta salad with tomato sauce from getting soggy?
Cook the pasta until just tender rather than soft, and cool it before adding the sauce. Chill the finished salad instead of leaving it at room temperature; mixing in extra sauce only shortly before serving can also help preserve the texture.
Can you make pasta salad with tomato sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare it ahead and refrigerate it before serving. The pasta will soak up some tomato sauce as it rests, so stir the salad and add a little more sauce if needed just before serving.
What can you add to pasta salad with tomato sauce for more protein?
Chickpeas, white beans, diced cooked chicken, or cubes of cheese can make pasta salad with tomato sauce more filling. Add cooked ingredients after the pasta has cooled, and refrigerate the salad promptly if you are not serving it right away.
What should you serve with pasta salad with tomato sauce?
Serve it with grilled vegetables, a green salad, or grilled chicken or fish. Since the pasta salad is already a substantial side, pair it with a lighter main dish for a balanced meal rather than adding another heavy pasta or bread dish.
Can you freeze pasta salad with tomato sauce?
Freezing is not recommended because cooked pasta can turn soft or crumbly after thawing, and the tomato sauce may separate. For better texture, make only what you expect to eat within a few days and keep it refrigerated in a covered container.
Pasta salad with tomato sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
64.8µg · 16% DV
B3
2.25mg · 14% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Sodium
423mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
261mg · 8% DV
Pasta salad with tomato sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pasta salad with tomato sauce
To burn the 247 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pasta salad with tomato sauce?
Pasta salad with tomato sauce combines cooked, cooled pasta with tomato sauce. It is a simple home-style take on pasta salad rather than a dish tied to one particular region; recipes may add ingredients such as herbs or chopped vegetables, but pasta and tomato sauce are the defining parts.
Serve it chilled or at room temperature, as a make-ahead lunch, picnic dish or side for a barbecue. The pasta is tender, while the sauce adds a familiar savoury, slightly tangy flavour. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich dish, with 23.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. For a lighter, more colourful plate, use a modest amount of sauce and pair it with fresh vegetables or a crisp green salad.
How Nutritious Is Pasta salad with tomato sauce?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Pasta salad with tomato sauce Processed?
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.
Does Pasta salad with tomato sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pasta salad with tomato sauce Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Pasta salad with tomato sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.79g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30.3:1).
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