Calories in Pasta (cooked)
Pasta (cooked) contains 158 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 serving (200 g) — carries about 316 kcal.
Cooked pasta is ~158 kcal per 100 g (dry is 371); the sauce decides the rest.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 serving (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal | 316 kcal |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g | 1.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 31 g | 62 g |
| Fibre | 1.8 g | 3.6 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~79 minutes
~32 minutes
Approximate, for a ~316 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in pasta (cooked)?
Pasta (cooked) contains 158 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 serving (200 g) — carries about 316 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does pasta (cooked) have?
Per 100 g: 5.8 g protein, 0.9 g fat and 31 g carbohydrates, of which 1.8 g fibre.
Is pasta (cooked) suitable for a diet?
In moderation — 158 kcal per 100 g is a medium calorie density. A serving (1 serving (200 g)) carries ~316 kcal, so portion size matters. Cooked pasta is ~158 kcal per 100 g (dry is 371); the sauce decides the rest.
How much does one serving of pasta (cooked) weigh?
The typical serving is 1 serving (200 g) — about 200 g, which equals ~316 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of pasta (cooked)?
Roughly 79 minutes of brisk walking or 32 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.