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Pasta, whole-wheat, cooked (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 13% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Niacin | 3.1 MG | 20% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 21 UG | 5% | |
| Choline, total | 6.5 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.6 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 MG | 10% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 54 MG | 13% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 127 MG | 10% | |
| Potassium, K | 96 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 4 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 MG | 12% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 25% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.3 MG | 57% | |
| Selenium, Se | 36.3 UG | 66% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (1.7g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.9g per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (25% DV).
- Rich source of Manganese, Mn (57% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (66% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Niacin (20% DV).
About Pasta, whole-wheat, cooked (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
Cooked whole-wheat pasta has a denser texture and earthier flavor than white pasta, and the fiber content is noticeably higher, which affects how quickly it digests. Protein is moderate. The calorie density of cooked pasta is much lower than the dry weight suggests because water absorption roughly doubles the volume. It holds sauces well and is a practical base for weeknight dinners. The nutritional advantage over refined pasta is real but modest for most people eating balanced meals.
Dietary Information
Pasta, whole-wheat, cooked (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pasta, whole-wheat, cooked (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) include Selenium, Se (66% DV) , Manganese, Mn (57% DV) , Copper, Cu (25% DV) , and Niacin (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 149 calories per 100 grams, Pasta, whole-wheat, cooked (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) gets 16% of its calories from protein, 81% from carbohydrates, and 10% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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