Spaghetti alla gricia
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Protein | 13.0 g |
| Fat | 14.0 g |
| Carbs | 40.0 g |
Spaghetti alla gricia is a traditional Roman pasta dish made with guanciale (cured pork cheek) and Pecorino Romano cheese, considered one of the oldest recipes in the Roman culinary canon. It is typically served as a main course and forms the base from which dishes like carbonara and amatriciana are derived. Per 100 g, it provides 340 kcal, 13 g of protein, 14 g of fat, 40 g of carbohydrates and 2 g of dietary fibre, with very little sugar (1 g). The dish is notably high in sodium at 500 mg per 100 g, reflecting the salt content of both the cured meat and aged cheese, and also contributes 110 mg of calcium and 160 mg of potassium per 100 g. No glycemic index data is available for this dish. It fits a Mediterranean dietary pattern.
How many calories in spaghetti alla gricia?
Spaghetti alla gricia contains 340 kcal per 100 g. A typical restaurant portion of around 250 g would amount to approximately 850 kcal.
How much sodium is in spaghetti alla gricia?
Spaghetti alla gricia contains 500 mg of sodium per 100 g, which is relatively high for a pasta dish. This comes primarily from the guanciale and Pecorino Romano, both of which are heavily salted cured or aged products.
Is spaghetti alla gricia suitable for a Mediterranean diet?
Yes, spaghetti alla gricia is compatible with a Mediterranean dietary pattern, which includes pasta, cured meats and aged cheeses as traditional components. It is not suitable for vegan, vegetarian or low-sodium diets given its guanciale and Pecorino Romano content.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Protein | 13.0 g |
| Fat | 14.0 g |
| Carbs | 40.0 g |
| Sugars | 1.0 g |
| Fiber | 2.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 5.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 6.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 40.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 110 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 160 mg |
| Sodium | 500 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 10.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.30 mcg |