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Classic pasta with tomato paste and oil, quick and filling.
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
155
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
25.8g
· 68%
Protein
4.7g
· 12%
Fat
3.2g
· 20%
Fiber
2.1g
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
0.7mg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
46mg · 7% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
15mg · 4% 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
✓ 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
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
Gently cooking the tomato paste in the oil for a short time removes some of its raw taste. A splash of pasta cooking water helps the sauce cling to the pasta more evenly.
The type of tomato paste, overheating it, or letting it burn can create sour or bitter notes. Cook it briefly over low to medium heat, and balance the sauce with tomato, onion, or a small amount of carrot if needed.
It is usually better to boil the pasta separately and finish it in the sauce. This makes it easier to control the pasta texture and adjust the seasoning.
Yogurt or a yogurt-cucumber side dish can balance the richness of the tomato paste sauce. A lemony salad, arugula, or other seasonal vegetables can make the meal more varied.
Before exercise, keep the portion and added oil moderate if you are prone to stomach discomfort. After exercise, pairing it with a protein food such as yogurt, cheese, eggs, chicken, or legumes makes it a more balanced recovery meal.
Eating it at night is not automatically a problem; portion size and personal digestion matter more. People with reflux may find a large, oily, or spicy serving uncomfortable close to bedtime.
Refrigerate it in a covered container within two hours after cooking. It is generally best eaten within 3 to 4 days; discard it if it smells sour, shows mold, or feels unusually sticky.
Yes, it can be frozen in airtight portions, although the pasta may become softer after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator when possible and heat it thoroughly before eating.
It can be safe if it was cooled promptly and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat it until steaming hot throughout, and avoid reheating the same leftovers repeatedly.
Tomato paste and oil add a fuller flavor and a softer, more coated texture than plain pasta. However, the amount of sauce used can also increase the dish's overall fat and salt, especially when using salted commercial tomato paste.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.