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Fiber-rich whole-grain pasta with capers
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Whole wheat pasta with capers (140 g) has 200 calories. That works out to 143 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.9 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 33.6 µg of Selenium covers 61% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 140 g
200
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
41.9g
· 15% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
1.3g
· 2% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 15% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 172 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
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) | 140 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 40 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 257 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 210 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 358 kcal |
| 2 cup (extra large) | 280 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 143 calories per 100 g.
Cook the pasta until tender, drain it, then toss it with capers, olive oil, and a sauce of your choice. Add the capers near the end so they keep their shape and their briny, tangy flavor stays noticeable.
A simple olive oil, garlic, and lemon sauce works especially well with whole wheat pasta with capers. Tomato sauce is another good match, while a very rich creamy sauce can overpower the capers’ sharp, salty flavor.
Yes, rinse and drain brined capers before adding them to whole wheat pasta with capers. Their brine can make the dish overly salty, so taste the sauce before adding any extra salt.
Capers give whole wheat pasta with capers a tangy, briny, slightly sharp taste that contrasts with the pasta’s nutty whole-grain flavor. Start with a small amount if you are new to capers, then add more to taste.
Yes, whole wheat pasta with capers works well as a cold pasta salad. Let the cooked pasta cool, then toss it with vegetables and a lemon-olive oil dressing; add fresh herbs just before serving for a brighter flavor.
Serve whole wheat pasta with capers alongside a green salad, roasted vegetables, or grilled fish. These sides complement the capers without competing with their strong briny flavor.
Whole wheat pasta with capers can taste too salty if the capers’ brine is added or the capers are not rinsed. Drain and rinse them, then taste the finished sauce before seasoning it with salt.
Yes, chopped green olives can replace capers in whole wheat pasta with capers. They bring a similar briny, salty note, though the finished dish will lack capers’ distinctive tang; adjust the seasoning after tasting.
Store leftover whole wheat pasta with capers in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat it gently with a splash of water or olive oil if it has dried out, or serve it cold as a pasta salad.
Add capers after the pasta has cooked and drained, usually while tossing it with the sauce. Briefly warming them in the sauce helps their flavor spread, but prolonged cooking can dull their sharp taste.
Vitamins
B3
4.06mg · 25% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Manganese
1.33mg · 58% DV
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
192mg · 27% DV
Sodium
172mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
171mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 200 calories in 1 cup (medium) (140 g):
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Whole wheat pasta with capers combines hearty pasta made from whole-grain wheat with capers, the brined flower buds that bring a sharp, salty tang to Mediterranean cooking. It is an easy pasta dish rather than a fixed traditional recipe, and can be dressed simply with olive oil, garlic, lemon or herbs.
Serve it warm for lunch or dinner, or enjoy leftovers cold as a pasta salad. The whole-grain pasta contributes fibre—4 g per 100 g—while capers add plenty of flavour without needing a rich sauce. Since capers can be quite salty, rinse them before adding if you prefer a milder taste; vegetables or a fresh salad make an easy accompaniment.
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
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.