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Classic pasta with tomato paste sauce
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
130
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
24.5g
· 77%
Protein
4.5g
· 14%
Fat
1.2g
· 9%
Fiber
2.1g
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.1mg · 7% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B5
0.22mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Sodium
120mg · 5% 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
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
Cook the pasta in plenty of boiling water and reserve some cooking water before draining. Briefly cook the tomato paste in oil, then loosen it with the starchy water so the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
Tomato paste can taste harsh if it is not cooked briefly before liquid is added. Burnt garlic, overly concentrated paste, or too much pepper can also create bitterness.
Yes, if it is cooled and refrigerated in a covered container within two hours of cooking, it is generally best eaten within 3–4 days. Reheat it until steaming hot throughout and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating it.
Yes, it can be frozen in individual portions after cooling, though the pasta may become softer after thawing. Slightly undercooking the pasta before freezing helps preserve its texture.
Adding chickpeas, lentils, yogurt, cheese, eggs, chicken, or fish makes the meal more filling and provides more protein. A side salad adds volume, crunch, and vegetable variety.
It can work as a main meal about two to three hours before a long or hard training session, provided it sits well with you. Very large, oily, or spicy servings may cause stomach discomfort during exercise.
The timing alone does not make it unhealthy; overall meal pattern and portion size matter more. However, tomato-based sauces may worsen heartburn for people prone to reflux when eaten late.
No. Portion size, how soft the pasta is cooked, and what is eaten alongside it all affect the response. Cooking pasta al dente and pairing it with protein, vegetables, or healthy fats can make the meal more balanced.
Tomato paste adds a savory tomato flavor and tomato compounds such as lycopene. Depending on the recipe or ready-made sauce used, it may also add substantially more salt or oil than plain pasta.
Because it contains wheat gluten, it is not suitable for people with coeliac disease or medically diagnosed gluten-related disorders. People with reflux, gastritis symptoms, or tomato sensitivity may also need a milder, less acidic sauce.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.