1 serving (350 grams) contains 500 calories, 25.0 grams of protein, 15.0 grams of fat, and 60.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
337.8 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 10.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33.8 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 540.5 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 40.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| protein | 16.9 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67.6 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 270.3 mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Pasta with meatballs is a classic Italian-American dish that combines tender, juicy meatballs made from a blend of ground beef, pork, or turkey with a rich marinara sauce, served over a bed of pasta, typically spaghetti. The dish’s origins can be traced to Italian immigrants in the United States who adapted traditional recipes to local ingredients. Packed with protein and iron from the meatballs and essential nutrients like lycopene from tomatoes in the sauce, this dish can be part of a balanced meal when portion-controlled. However, its healthiness depends on factors like portion size, the fat content of the meat, and the type of pasta used. Whole-grain or legume-based pasta can boost fiber content, while leaner meats and reduced-sodium sauces help cut down on fat and salt. Enjoyed in moderation, pasta with meatballs is a hearty, flavorful meal loved by families worldwide.
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Daily value percentages based on FDA guidelines. Nutrient recommendations from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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