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Spinach spaghetti
Calories & nutrition facts
dry
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 372 kcal —
- Protein 13 g 27%
- Carbohydrate 64 g 23%
- Fat 1.6 g 2%
- Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
- Fibre 11 g 38%
- Sugars 2.7 g —
- Sodium 36 mg 2%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 23 µg 3%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.74 mg 5%
- Vitamin K 152 µg 126%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.37 mg 31%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 15%
- Niacin (B3) 4.6 mg 28%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 1.2 mg 24%
- Vitamin B6 0.32 mg 19%
- Folate (B9) 48 µg 12%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 17.1 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 58 mg 4%
- Iron 2.1 mg 12%
- Magnesium 174 mg 41%
- Phosphorus 332 mg 27%
- Potassium 376 mg 8%
- Zinc 2.8 mg 25%
- Copper 0.5 mg 55%
- Manganese 2.6 mg 115%
- Selenium 63.5 µg 115%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 372 | 13 g | 64 g | 1.6 g |
| 1 × oz | 57 g | 212 | 7.6 g | 37 g | 0.9 g |
| 2 × oz | 114 g | 424 | 15 g | 73 g | 1.8 g |
| ½ × oz | 28.5 g | 106 | 3.8 g | 18 g | 0.4 g |
| 3 × oz | 171 g | 636 | 23 g | 110 g | 2.7 g |
| 4 × oz | 228 g | 848 | 30 g | 146 g | 3.6 g |
Similar foods
- Spinach egg noodlesenriched, dry382 kcal / 100 g
- Spaghettiprotein-fortified, cooked, enriched164 kcal / 100 g
- Spinach pastaspaghetti, boiled without salt107 kcal / 100 g
- Plain spinach pastauncooked364 kcal / 100 g
- Fresh refrigerated spinach pastacooked130 kcal / 100 g
- Pastadry, enriched371 kcal / 100 g
- Whole-wheat pastadry352 kcal / 100 g
- Corn pastadry357 kcal / 100 g
- Wholemeal spaghettimacaroni, raw357 kcal / 100 g
- Vegetable macaronienriched, dry367 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Spinach spaghetti
How do you cook spinach spaghetti so it stays al dente?
Add it to a large pan of rapidly boiling, salted water and stir straight away so the strands separate. Start tasting about 2 minutes before the packet’s suggested time; drain when the centre still has a slight bite, as it will soften further when tossed with hot sauce.
Does spinach spaghetti need to be cooked for less time than ordinary spaghetti?
Not necessarily: dried spinach spaghetti is usually cooked much like plain dried spaghetti, while fresh spinach pasta cooks far faster. Follow the timing for the type you have and taste a strand near the end, rather than judging by its green colour.
What sauces go well with spinach spaghetti?
Its mild, earthy flavour works with garlic, olive oil and chilli, or with creamy sauces, mushrooms, lemon and Parmesan. It also suits seafood such as prawns; toss it with the sauce and a little starchy cooking water so the strands are coated.
Can you use spinach spaghetti instead of spinach egg noodles?
Yes, but the shapes and texture differ: spinach spaghetti is long and smooth, while spinach egg noodles are often broader and richer. Use spaghetti for a noodle-style dish if needed, but shorten the strands after cooking for easier eating.
How should you store cooked spinach spaghetti?
Cool it promptly, then keep it in a covered container in the fridge and use within 3 days. Tossing it with a little oil helps stop the strands clumping; reheat until piping hot, adding a splash of water or sauce if it has dried out.
Does spinach spaghetti count as a serving of vegetables?
Usually not: the spinach is included for colour and flavour, and the amount in a pasta portion may be small. Add a separate serving of vegetables, such as wilted spinach, peas or roasted courgette, if you want them in the meal.
Is spinach spaghetti a source of fibre?
Yes. A typical 57 g portion provides 6 g of fibre, and it also provides 7.6 g of protein.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168911 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
