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Pasta with homemade sauce Calories
A carbohydrate-rich dish made with cooked pasta and homemade sauce.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Pasta with homemade sauce (250 g) has 358 calories. That works out to 143 calories per 100 g. It contains 58.8 g of carbs, 10.5 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 5.3 g of fiber. Its 37.5 µg of Selenium covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pasta with homemade sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
358
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
58.8g
· 21% DV
Protein
10.5g
· 21% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
5.3g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 12% · Fat 22%
Pasta with homemade sauce nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 358 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.38 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 58.8 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% |
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% |
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 Serving of Pasta with homemade sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 358 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 160 g | 229 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 429 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 501 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 644 kcal |
Calculated from 143 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pasta with homemade sauce
How do you make pasta with homemade sauce?
Cook the pasta in salted water until just tender, reserving a little cooking water before draining. Toss the pasta with your prepared sauce in a pan, adding a splash of the reserved water as needed so the sauce coats the noodles.
What sauce goes best with pasta with homemade sauce?
Tomato, pesto, vegetable, and garlic-and-olive-oil sauces all work well with pasta with homemade sauce. Match the sauce to the pasta shape: chunky sauces cling to ridged or tubular pasta, while smooth sauces coat long strands more easily.
How do you thicken the sauce for pasta with homemade sauce?
Simmer the sauce uncovered until some of its liquid evaporates. If it still needs body, stir in a small splash of pasta cooking water; its starch helps the sauce cling to pasta with homemade sauce without making it floury.
How long does pasta with homemade sauce last in the fridge?
Pasta with homemade sauce usually keeps for up to 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it and refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell or appearance.
Can you freeze pasta with homemade sauce?
Yes, you can freeze pasta with homemade sauce, although the pasta may soften slightly after thawing. Freeze it in airtight, portion-sized containers, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly with a splash of water.
How do you reheat pasta with homemade sauce without drying it out?
Reheat pasta with homemade sauce in a covered pan over low heat with a small splash of water, stirring until hot throughout. For a microwave, cover the dish and stir at intervals so the pasta heats evenly and the edges do not dry out.
Why does sauce slide off pasta with homemade sauce?
Sauce can slide off pasta with homemade sauce if the pasta is rinsed, left to dry, or paired with a sauce that is too thin. Drain without rinsing and toss the pasta with the sauce while both are hot; a little starchy cooking water can help them come together.
Should you mix the sauce into pasta with homemade sauce or pour it on top?
Mix the sauce into pasta with homemade sauce just before serving. Tossing it together in a warm pan distributes the sauce more evenly than spooning it over plain pasta, and a little pasta water can help the coating stay smooth.
Can you make pasta with homemade sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the sauce ahead and refrigerate it separately, then cook the pasta close to serving time. This keeps the noodles from soaking up too much sauce and turning soft; combine them in a pan when you are ready to eat.
How can you make pasta with homemade sauce more flavorful without adding more salt?
Build flavor in pasta with homemade sauce using garlic, onion, black pepper, herbs, or a squeeze of lemon. Let tomato-based sauce simmer long enough to deepen its flavor, and finish with fresh herbs rather than relying on extra salt.
Pasta with homemade sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
Vitamin E
1.75mg · 12% DV
Folate
45µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
38µg · 69% DV
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Sodium
450mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
238mg · 7% DV
Pasta with homemade sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pasta with homemade sauce
To burn the 358 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 with homemade sauce?
Pasta with homemade sauce is cooked pasta tossed with a sauce prepared at home. The sauce can be tomato-based, with ingredients such as onion, garlic, herbs or olive oil, though recipes vary with the cook and what is on hand. It is a familiar everyday meal in many pasta-eating households rather than one fixed regional recipe.
The pasta is tender and filling, while the sauce may taste bright and savoury, or richer depending on how it is made. Serve it as a quick lunch or dinner, often with a salad or bread; a little grated cheese is another common finishing touch. It is chiefly a carbohydrate-based dish, so add vegetables or beans for a more rounded meal, or use less oil for a lighter sauce.
How Nutritious Is Pasta with homemade sauce?
Nutrient density
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.
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 with homemade sauce Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 with homemade sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pasta with homemade 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 with homemade sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.3:1).
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