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Fiber-rich whole wheat pasta with tomato paste-based sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce (180 g) has 238 calories. That works out to 132 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.5 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 7.4 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Selenium covers 59% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
238
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
44.5g
· 16% DV
Protein
8.6g
· 17% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
7.4g
· 26% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 14% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 238 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.58 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% |
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% |
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 | 238 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 37 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 198 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 160 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 317 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 320 g | 422 kcal |
Calculated from 132 calories per 100 g.
Cook the whole wheat spaghetti until just tender, and meanwhile gently fry tomato paste in a little oil until fragrant. Stir in some pasta water, then toss the drained spaghetti in the sauce. The starchy water helps make a smooth coating without needing a jarred sauce.
Yes, tomato paste can form the sauce for whole wheat spaghetti, but it needs to be cooked and loosened with liquid. Fry it briefly in oil, then add pasta water a little at a time; using tomato paste straight from the can can taste harsh and overly concentrated.
No, whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce is not necessarily spaghetti marinara. It is typically a simple dish made by coating whole wheat pasta with tomato paste thinned into a sauce, while marinara is a tomato-based sauce usually made with tomatoes, aromatics, and herbs.
Tomato paste sauce can taste bitter in whole wheat spaghetti if it is scorched or fried for too long. Cook it briefly over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, and add pasta water before it darkens; a pinch of salt or fresh herbs can also round out the flavor.
No, do not rinse whole wheat spaghetti before adding tomato paste sauce. Rinsing washes away surface starch that helps the sauce cling; drain the pasta and toss it directly with the sauce, saving a little cooking water to adjust the texture.
Whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, you can freeze whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce, though the pasta may be softer after thawing. For the best texture, freeze the tomato paste sauce separately and cook fresh pasta later; otherwise, cool the dish first and pack it airtight.
Chickpeas, lentils, sautéed mushrooms, or spinach all work well in whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce. Stir cooked additions into the sauce before tossing with the pasta; this adds texture and makes the dish more substantial without changing its basic flavor.
Add a splash of water before reheating whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce, because cooked whole wheat pasta absorbs moisture as it sits. Warm it gently in a covered pan or microwave-safe bowl, stirring once so the sauce loosens evenly.
People with diabetes can include whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce in some meal plans, but the pasta can still raise blood glucose. Portion size and what accompanies it matter; a clinician or dietitian can help tailor advice to an individual’s glucose response and treatment.
Vitamins
B3
3.24mg · 20% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Manganese
0.99mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
212mg · 30% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Whole wheat spaghetti with tomato paste sauce is a simple pasta dish made by coating whole wheat spaghetti in a sauce based on tomato paste. Spaghetti comes from Italian cooking, while tomato-paste versions are a familiar, practical style of home cooking in Turkey and elsewhere. The sauce may be kept simple or seasoned to taste.
The pasta has a heartier texture and nuttier flavour than refined-wheat spaghetti, with the tomato paste bringing a concentrated savoury tang. It is usually served hot, on its own or alongside a salad or vegetables. Whole wheat pasta makes this a fibre-rich option; for a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil in the sauce and add vegetables alongside.
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
0.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.