Pasta nutrition facts
Grains & starches · Cooked, enriched · per 100 g
Pasta (cooked, enriched) contains 158 kcal per 100 g, with 5.8 g protein, 30.9 g carbohydrate (of which 0.6 g sugar), 0.9 g fat and 1.8 g fiber. That works out to about 3.7 g of protein per 100 kcal, and its energy density is moderate (150–300 kcal/100 g).
Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.
Nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal |
| Protein | 5.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 30.9 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Sugar | 0.6 g |
| Iron | 1.3 mg |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.
What the numbers mean
Energy density tells you how many calories a food packs per gram: pasta is moderate (150–300 kcal/100 g). Protein density — grams of protein per 100 kcal — is a useful way to compare foods regardless of portion size; here it is about 3.7 g/100 kcal. Fiber (1.8 g per 100 g) supports digestion and satiety, while the sugar figure (0.6 g) is part of total carbohydrate. See our guide on how to read nutrition data for more.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 100 g of pasta?
100 g of pasta (cooked, enriched) contains about 158 kcal, with 5.8 g protein, 30.9 g carbohydrate and 0.9 g fat, per USDA FoodData Central.
How much protein is in pasta?
Pasta provides 5.8 g of protein per 100 g — roughly 3.7 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Is pasta high or low in calories?
At 158 kcal per 100 g, pasta has moderate (150–300 kcal/100 g) energy density.
Source
Data from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 169736), per 100 g edible portion. Values are for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice; cooking, brand and variety can change the real figures.
Last updated: 2026-06-14