USDA-derived generic food data

What is the nutrition score of Pasta (cooked)?

Per 100g, Pasta (cooked) has a Daily Nutrient Contribution score of 10/100. Its strongest contributions are Folate, Selenium, Vitamin B1. Treat this as a fixed nutrient comparison, not a personal recommendation.

Reviewed 16 July 2026. USDA-derived values are estimates for a generic food and can vary with preparation and brand.

Daily Nutrient Contribution

10/100

8 nutrients provide at least 10% of the daily reference used for this comparison.

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Nutrition facts

The same generic food data, shown per 100g and for 1 bowl (200g).

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NutrientPer 100gPer 1 bowl
Calories158 kcal316 kcal
Protein6 g12 g
Carbs31 g62 g
Fat1 g2 g
Fiber2 g4 g
Sat fat0 g0 g
Sodium1 mg2 mg
Potassium44 mg88 mg
Calcium7 mg14 mg
Iron1.3 mg2.6 mg
Magnesium18 mg36 mg
Zinc0.5 mg1 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg
Vitamin D0 µg0 µg
Vitamin B120 µg0 µg
Folate102 µg204 µg

Where Pasta (cooked) contributes most

These percentages are capped at 100% for the score calculation. They use a fixed adult reference and are not personalised targets.

Folate

51%

102 µg per 100g

Selenium

35%

26 µg per 100g

Vitamin B1

27%

0.27 mg per 100g

Iron

15%

1.3 mg per 100g

Sat fat

0 g per 100g

Shown separately because the score focuses on positive daily nutrient contributions.

Sodium

1 mg per 100g

Shown separately because the score focuses on positive daily nutrient contributions.

Source and limits

This page uses Nutrigate's USDA FoodData Central-derived generic-food table. It is useful for comparison, while the label on a branded product is more specific. Nutrition information is not medical advice.

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