⏱ 25 min totalAsparagus and Ricotta Pasta
Per 1 serving · 264 g · 6 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein22g19% of calories
- Carbs72g62% of calories
- Fat9.7g19% of calories
- ✓ Low sodium
At a glance
One serving of Asparagus and Ricotta Pasta (264 g) has 435 calories, with 22 g of protein, 72 g of carbohydrates and 9.7 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (62% of calories). It is high in protein (44% DV), dietary fiber (46% DV) and Vitamin K (41% DV).
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein44%
- Dietary fiber46%
- Vitamin K41%
- Thiamine48%
- Riboflavin (B2)30%
- Niacin34%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Vitamin A12%
- Vitamin E12%
- Potassium10%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
Nothing notable
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
Directions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus pieces and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until tender and slightly crisp.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sautéed asparagus, ricotta cheese, remaining tablespoon of olive oil, ground nutmeg and salt to taste. Toss until well combined and the pasta is evenly coated.
- 4
Serve immediately, garnished with additional ricotta or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (264 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 109 μg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 6 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 50 μg | 41% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 48% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | 30% |
| Niacin | 6 mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 22% |
| Folate (B9) | 116 μg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 μg | 8% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 26% |
| Choline | 28 mg | 5% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 230 mg | 23% |
| Iron | 6 mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 147 mg | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 392 mg | 56% |
| Zinc | 3 mg | 31% |
| Copper | 1 mg | 70% |
| Manganese | 3 mg | 120% |
| Selenium | 75 μg | 136% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 10 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 521 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.3 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 0 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 6 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.4 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 4 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 65 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.3 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.3 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.1 μg | — |
Burning 435 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 83minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 52minCycling (moderate)
- 36minRunning (6 mph)
- 61minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Asparagus and Ricotta Pasta?
One serving of Asparagus and Ricotta Pasta (1 serving) has 435 calories, which works out to 165 calories per 100 g. That is about 22% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Asparagus and Ricotta Pasta high in protein?
It provides a solid 22 g of protein per serving (44% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 19% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Asparagus and Ricotta Pasta keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 59 g of net carbs and 62% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Asparagus and Ricotta Pasta?
109 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
How much sugar is in Asparagus and Ricotta Pasta?
2.3 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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