Macaroni
Short tubular pasta used everywhere from baked cheese dishes to cold salads.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of macaroni, cooked for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g cooked — 158 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 158 kcal | 158 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 5.8 g | 3.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 31 g | 31 g | 19.6 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g | 0.9 g | 0.6 g |
| Fibre | 1.8 g | 1.8 g | 1.1 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of macaroni, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 5 µg | 5 µg | <1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21 mg | 0.21 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3 µg | 0.3 µg | <1% |
| Thiamin | 0.11 mg | 0.11 mg | 9% |
| Riboflavin | 0.061 mg | 0.061 mg | 5% |
| Niacin | 1.1 mg | 1.1 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.024 mg | 0.024 mg | 1% |
| Folate | 106 µg | 106 µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.35 mg | 0.35 mg | 7% |
| Choline | 5 mg | 5 mg | <1% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 11 mg | 11 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.49 mg | 0.49 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 19 mg | 19 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg | 50 mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 31 mg | 31 mg | <1% |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 6 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.44 mg | 0.44 mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 19.8 µg | 19.8 µg | 36% |
| Copper | 0.092 mg | 0.092 mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.99 mg | 0.99 mg | 43% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Macaroni, vegetable, enriched, cooked
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat macaroni?
- Holds sauce in the tube, so less sauce goes further.
- Child-friendly and quick.
How to include it
- Bake with a milk-based sauce and plenty of vegetables.
- Dress cold with yogurt, herbs and sweetcorn.
Things to consider
- Baked cheese versions add substantial saturated fat.
- Refined unless wholemeal.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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