Calories in pasta
A usual serving (200 g) has about 320 kcal; 100 g ≈ 158 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 158 | 5.8 g | 0.9 g | 29 g | 1.8 g |
| 1 serving 200 g | 316 | 12 g | 1.8 g | 58 g | 3.6 g |
Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:
Calories per serving
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 serving 200 g | 316 | 12 g | 1.8 g | 58 g |
| Smaller serving 150 g | 237 | 8.7 g | 1.4 g | 44 g |
How it fits into a day
A 200 g serving of cooked pasta, about 80 g dry, has about 320 kcal without sauce. The sauce decides: tomato sauce adds little, a cream or cheese sauce a lot. Most of the energy, about 80%, comes from carbs.
A usual serving is about 16% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.
Lighter options
- Measure pasta dry: 80 g per person is the usual serving.
- Half pasta, half vegetables gives a full plate for fewer calories.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a serving of pasta?
About 320 kcal in 200 g, with 12 g protein, 1.8 g fat and 58 g carbs.
How many calories are in 100 g of cooked pasta?
About 158 kcal per 100 g: 5.8 g protein, 0.9 g fat and 29 g carbs, plus 1.8 g fibre.
How many calories are in pasta with sauce?
The pasta alone is about 320 kcal; count the sauce separately. Bolognese, carbonara and cheese sauces add quite a lot.
See also
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Roast potatoes
156 kcal
per 100 g
1 serving: 310 kcal
-
Chicken risotto
131 kcal
per 100 g
1 serving: 390 kcal
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White rice
130 kcal
per 100 g
side serving: 195 kcal
Full table: Dishes, sides and eggs