italian · Restaurant plate
How many calories in a plate of carbonara?
About 670 kcal for a typical restaurant plate.
Calories in carbonara come primarily from the high fat content of guanciale and the eggs used in the creamy sauce. The pasta provides the majority of the carbohydrates, while cheese adds additional saturated fat and protein to the rich dish.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spaghetti | 1 cup cooked, 140 g | 220 kcal | 8 g | 43 g | 1 g |
| Guanciale | 2 oz, 57 g | 280 kcal | 6 g | 0 g | 26 g |
| Egg Yolks | 2 large, 36 g | 115 kcal | 3 g | 1 g | 10 g |
| Pecorino Romano | 0.5 oz, 14 g | 55 kcal | 4 g | 0 g | 4 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 247 g | 670 kcal | 21 g | 44 g | 41 g |
Estimates for a typical portion. Your plate will differ with portion size and how it is cooked. Not medical advice.
Swaps that change the number
- Use turkey bacon instead of guanciale2 oz−180 kcal
- Add extra egg yolk1 large+55 kcal
- Use whole milk instead of cream (if added)1 tbsp−30 kcal
- Use zucchini noodles instead of spaghetti2 cups−200 kcal