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Cooked pearl pasta prepared with tomato paste and a modest amount of oil.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Pearl Pasta with Tomato Paste (250 g) has 383 calories. That works out to 153 calories per 100 g. It contains 68.8 g of carbs, 13 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 25 µg of Selenium covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
383
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
68.8g
· 25% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 14% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 383 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 825 mg | 36% |
| Total carbohydrate | 68.8 g | 25% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 13 g | 26% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 43 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 367 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 536 kcal |
Calculated from 153 calories per 100 g.
To make pearl pasta with tomato paste, briefly cook the tomato paste in a little oil, stir in the pasta, then add hot water and cook until tender. Check the package directions for the cooking time, since pearl pasta sizes can vary.
Pearl pasta with tomato paste is a simple pasta dish made by cooking small, round pasta in or with a tomato-paste sauce. It is often prepared in one pot, so the pasta absorbs the savory tomato flavor as it cooks.
Yes, orzo can replace the pearl pasta in pearl pasta with tomato paste, but it is a different shape and may cook at a different rate. Check it early and adjust the liquid so the pasta finishes tender without becoming mushy.
Stir pearl pasta with tomato paste occasionally while it cooks, especially just after adding the pasta to the liquid. Use enough liquid for the pasta to move freely, and avoid leaving the pot unattended as the liquid is absorbed.
Pearl pasta with tomato paste pairs well with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or plain yogurt. Serve it as a quick main dish or alongside grilled chicken or beans if you want a more substantial meal.
Yes, you can cook pearl pasta with tomato paste in vegetable or chicken broth instead of water. The broth adds savory flavor, so taste before adding extra salt, particularly if the broth is already seasoned.
Pearl pasta with tomato paste keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat it until steaming hot, adding a splash of water if the pasta has dried out.
Yes, pearl pasta with tomato paste can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers, though the pasta may soften after thawing. Defrost it in the refrigerator and reheat gently with a little water to loosen the sauce.
Yes, you can stir the tomato paste into hot water or broth and add it directly to the pearl pasta. Briefly cooking the paste in oil gives it a deeper flavor, but it is not essential for the dish to cook.
No, pearl pasta does not need rinsing before you make pearl pasta with tomato paste. Rinsing can wash away surface starch that helps the sauce cling; simply measure out the dry pasta and add it to the pot.
Vitamins
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
B3
1.75mg · 11% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Sodium
825mg · 36% DV
Manganese
0.75mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
325mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 383 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Pearl Pasta with Tomato Paste is made by cooking small, round pasta with tomato paste and tomato, usually with a modest amount of oil. It’s a straightforward Turkish home-style dish, with the amount of paste and seasoning varying from kitchen to kitchen.
Serve it warm as a simple meal or alongside grilled meat, vegetables or a salad. A spoonful of yoghurt is also a familiar, cooling accompaniment in Turkey. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate, with a moderate amount of protein and relatively little fat. For a more balanced plate, pair it with vegetables or a bean dish; you can also keep the oil modest and add vegetables directly to the pasta.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.