A durum-wheat staple of Italian cooking. Filling, cheap, and shelf-stable. White pasta is refined; whole-grain options exist.
Calories
221
per 1 cup cooked
Protein
8.1g
Carbs
43.4g
Fat
1.3g
Macro split
| Serving | Cal |
|---|---|
| 1 cup cooked (140g) | 221 |
| 100 g (100g) | 158 |
| 1/2 cup cooked (70g) | 111 |
Per 1 cup cooked (140g)
Cheap and very filling per dollar
Lower glycemic load than many people assume (al dente helps)
Whole grain versions add fiber
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About 221 calories per cup of cooked plain pasta.
Not at all — portion size and sauce drive the calories more than the pasta itself. A 1-cup portion with marinara and lean protein fits most fat-loss plans.
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