italian · Restaurant plate
How many calories in a plate of tomato pasta?
About 610 kcal for a typical restaurant plate.
Calories come primarily from the pasta carbohydrates and the olive oil in the sauce. Cheese adds fat and protein, while the tomato sauce itself contributes minimal energy.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spaghetti | 2 cups cooked, 224 g | 317 kcal | 11 g | 62 g | 1 g |
| Tomato Sauce | 1 cup, 245 g | 68 kcal | 3 g | 12 g | 1 g |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp, 14 g | 119 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 14 g |
| Parmesan Cheese | 1 oz, 28 g | 110 kcal | 10 g | 1 g | 7 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 511 g | 614 kcal | 24 g | 75 g | 23 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
- Skip olive oil−119 kcal
- Double parmesan2 oz+110 kcal
- Use zucchini noodles2 cups−280 kcal
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