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Dry, uncooked pasta; high in carbohydrates; low in fat; source of protein
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Raw Spaghetti (56 g) has 208 calories. That works out to 371 calories per 100 g. It contains 42 g of carbs, 7.3 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 35.3 µg of Selenium covers 64% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
371
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
75g
· 27% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 14% · Fat 4%
Vitamins
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B3
1.6mg · 10% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.4mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
63µg · 115% DV
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
189mg · 27% DV
Magnesium
53mg · 13% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 371 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
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
— Not 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 16.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.7:1).
Dry spaghetti is made to be cooked; tasting a small piece is unlikely to be an issue for most healthy people, but eating it regularly is not recommended. Its hard texture can be tough on teeth, create a choking risk, and be difficult to digest.
Use plenty of actively boiling water, stir frequently during the first few minutes, and avoid overcrowding the pot. Rather than adding oil to the water, toss the drained pasta with its sauce promptly.
Al dente spaghetti is tender but still slightly firm, so it holds its shape and carries sauce well. It is less likely to become mushy than overcooked pasta and takes longer to chew.
Boiling does not meaningfully destroy the protein in spaghetti. However, pasta absorbs water as it cooks, so the nutrients are less concentrated in an equal weight of cooked pasta than in dry pasta.
Adding salt once the water is boiling is an easy and practical approach. It mainly seasons the pasta's surface and the overall dish rather than deeply salting the center.
Keep it in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry cupboard away from sunlight. Store it away from strongly scented foods to prevent it from absorbing odours.
Yes, cooked spaghetti can be frozen, although it may be softer after thawing. For a better texture, cook it al dente, cool it quickly, portion it, and freeze it with sauce if possible.
Pairing spaghetti with a vegetable-based sauce and a protein source such as lentils, chickpeas, eggs, cheese, fish, or chicken can make the meal more filling. Adding vegetables also brings more variety and volume to the plate.
Regular spaghetti has a mild flavour and a shape that works especially well with sauces, while whole-wheat pasta has a more pronounced grain taste and firmer texture. Egg noodles are often softer and may contain egg, so checking the label matters.
People with coeliac disease, wheat allergy, or a medically diagnosed gluten-related disorder should avoid it because it contains gluten. Cross-contact can also matter for people who need strict gluten avoidance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.