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Cooked pearl pasta with tomato paste, pepper and onion, typically prepared with a modest amount of oil.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta (180 g) has 279 calories. That works out to 155 calories per 100 g. It contains 45.4 g of carbs, 9.2 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Selenium covers 59% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
279
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
45.4g
· 17% DV
Protein
9.2g
· 18% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% 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 65% · Protein 13% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 279 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.99 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 441 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% |
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 | 279 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 130 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 230 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 388 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 465 kcal |
Calculated from 155 calories per 100 g.
To make Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta, soften chopped onion and pepper in a little oil, stir in tomato paste, then combine with cooked pearl pasta. For a one-pot version, add the pasta and cooking liquid to the sautéed vegetables and cook until tender.
Pearl pasta in Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta is small, round pasta, not rice. Its compact shape cooks quickly and holds the tomato-and-vegetable sauce well, making it useful for a simple stovetop dish or a warm pasta salad.
No, Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta is made with small round pearl pasta, while orzo is typically rice-shaped. They can often be substituted in a recipe, but orzo may cook at a different rate, so check its texture as it cooks.
Yes, Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta can be cooked in one pot. Sauté the onion and pepper, fry the tomato paste briefly, then add pearl pasta and enough liquid to cook it; stir occasionally so the pasta does not stick.
To keep Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta from turning mushy, stop cooking as soon as the pearls are tender and avoid leaving excess liquid in the pan. Begin checking early, since small pasta pieces can soften quickly, especially in a one-pot preparation.
Small pasta shapes such as orzo or acini di pepe can stand in for the pearl pasta in Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta. Their size and cooking time differ, so adjust the liquid and check tenderness rather than relying on the original pasta’s timing.
Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta pairs well with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or a simple yogurt side. For a more substantial meal, serve it alongside grilled chicken or chickpeas; mild sides let the tomato, pepper, and onion remain prominent.
Yes, you can make Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta without tomato paste, though it will lose its characteristic rich, savory tomato flavor. Use chopped fresh tomato or a little tomato sauce instead, and cook it down with the onion and pepper before adding pasta.
Store leftover Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta in a sealed container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Eat it within a few days, and reheat it until hot; a splash of water helps loosen the sauce if the pasta has absorbed it.
Yes, Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta can be frozen, although the pearl pasta may become softer after thawing. Cool it promptly, freeze it in a sealed portion, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating gently with a little water.
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Vitamin C
15.3mg · 17% DV
B3
1.89mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
104.4µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Manganese
0.54mg · 23% DV
Sodium
441mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
297mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tomato Paste, Pepper and Onion Pearl Pasta is a Turkish-style home-cooked dish made with small, bead-shaped pasta, tomato paste, pepper and onion. The vegetables are usually softened in a little oil before the pasta and water are added to cook together. The result is savoury and gently tangy, with sweet notes from the softened onion and pepper; the little pasta shapes turn tender and take on the sauce.
It works as a simple warm meal or side, often paired with yoghurt or a fresh salad. The dish is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein and fibre. For a lighter serving, keep the oil modest and add extra pepper or other vegetables; a protein-rich accompaniment can make it more sustaining.
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
0.99g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.69g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.