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Simple pasta with vegetables, lightly prepared
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Plain pasta with vegetables (180 g) has 230 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.6 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 4.1 g of fiber. Its 28.8 µg of Selenium covers 52% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
230
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
43.6g
· 16% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 13% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.2 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 7.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 90 g | 115 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 307 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 320 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 360 g | 461 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Boil the pasta until just tender, and cook chopped vegetables separately in a pan with a little oil. Toss them together at the end, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to help everything mix without making the dish watery.
Yes, frozen vegetables work well in plain pasta with vegetables. Add them straight to a hot pan and cook off the excess moisture before tossing them with the pasta; thawing first can leave them softer and wetter.
Cook the vegetables over fairly high heat and stop while they still have a slight bite. Add quick-cooking vegetables, such as spinach or peas, near the end, and avoid simmering the finished plain pasta with vegetables in a covered pan.
Basil, parsley, oregano, and thyme all suit plain pasta with vegetables. Use fresh herbs near the end so their flavor stays bright, or add dried herbs while the vegetables cook; lemon zest can lift the flavors without adding a heavy sauce.
Yes, you can prepare plain pasta with vegetables ahead, but keep the pasta and cooked vegetables separate if possible. Refrigerate them in covered containers and toss them together shortly before serving to help the vegetables retain their texture.
Plain pasta with vegetables keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Let it cool briefly after cooking, refrigerate it rather than leaving it out, and discard it if its smell or texture changes.
Reheat plain pasta with vegetables in a skillet with a small splash of water, stirring until evenly hot. A microwave also works: cover the portion, heat it in short intervals, and stir between intervals to warm the vegetables and pasta evenly.
Bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, broccoli, peas, and cherry tomatoes work well in plain pasta with vegetables. Choose a mix with different textures, and cut firmer vegetables smaller so they cook at a similar pace to the softer ones.
Serve plain pasta with vegetables with a green salad, tomato soup, or crusty bread. For a more substantial meal, pair it with beans or roasted chickpeas; their firmer texture complements the soft pasta and cooked vegetables.
Add cooked lentils, chickpeas, white beans, tofu, or grilled chicken to plain pasta with vegetables. Stir them in near the end so they heat through without breaking up the vegetables or overcooking the pasta.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
17.1µg · 14% DV
B3
1.98mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 230 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Plain pasta with vegetables is a simple home-style dish of cooked pasta tossed or served with vegetables, usually without a heavy sauce. It has no single place of origin; similar everyday combinations are made in many cuisines, with the vegetables changing according to season and what is on hand.
The pasta is soft and mild, while the vegetables add freshness, colour and a little texture. Serve it warm for lunch or supper, on its own or alongside a salad. It is mainly a carbohydrate-based meal, with a modest amount of protein and some fibre. For a more substantial plate, add extra vegetables or a protein-rich accompaniment; keeping added oil light preserves its simple character.
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.
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 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
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.