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Durum wheat pasta, rich in carbohydrates for energy
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
371
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
75g
· 82%
Protein
13g
· 14%
Fat
1.5g
· 4%
Fiber
3.2g
Vitamins
B3
3.6mg · 23% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
63µg · 115% DV
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
189mg · 27% DV
Magnesium
53mg · 13% 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
✓ 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
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
Too little water, not stirring early enough, and overcooking all make pasta more likely to clump. Add it to plenty of boiling water, stir during the first few minutes, and toss it with sauce promptly after draining.
Its hollow shape holds thicker sauces particularly well, including tomato-based sauces with vegetables, lentil ragù, cheese sauces, and meat sauces. Very thin sauces are less likely to stay inside the tubes unless they are lightly thickened.
Start tasting near the end of the packet cooking time and drain it when it still has a slight bite in the centre. If it will finish in a hot sauce, drain it a little earlier to avoid overcooking.
No, it is usually unnecessary and can make it harder for sauce to cling to the pasta. Adequate water, occasional stirring, and correct cooking time are more reliable ways to prevent sticking.
Do not rinse pasta intended for a hot dish, because rinsing removes surface starch that helps sauce adhere. A brief rinse can be useful for a cold pasta salad when you want to stop the cooking quickly.
Regular pasta has a milder flavour and softer texture, while whole-wheat versions tend to have a nuttier taste and may feel more filling. Mixing the two can be an easy way to get used to whole-wheat pasta.
Before training, it can be a practical carbohydrate-based meal when eaten with enough time to digest and with a light sauce. After training, pair it with a protein food such as beans, yoghurt, eggs, fish, or meat for a more balanced recovery meal.
Cooling changes some of the starch structure and may modestly alter the blood-sugar response for some people. It does not make pasta a free food, so portion size and the rest of the meal still matter.
Serve it with vegetables, protein, and a source of fat rather than eating a large bowl of pasta on its own. People with diabetes or individual blood-sugar concerns should follow advice from their healthcare professional and monitor their own response.
Keep dry pasta in a cool, dry cupboard in a tightly closed container, away from moisture. Refrigerate cooked pasta in a sealed container, use it within a few days, and reheat it thoroughly only once.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.