Which is healthier, Pasta or Ricotta?

Pasta wins in 5 out of 10 nutritional categories. Pasta has 131 calories and 5g protein per 100g, while Ricotta has 174 calories and 11.3g protein.

How many calories are in Pasta vs Ricotta?

Pasta contains 131 calories per 100g, while Ricotta contains 174 calories per 100g.

Which has more protein, Pasta or Ricotta?

Ricotta has more protein with 11.3g per 100g compared to 5g.

Pasta vs Ricotta

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Pasta 5

4 Ricotta

Grains vs Dairy & Eggs

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient	Pasta	Ricotta	Better
Calories	131kcal	174kcal	Pasta
Protein	5g	11.3g	Ricotta
Total Fat	1.1g	13g	Pasta
Carbohydrates	25g	3g	Pasta
Fiber	1.8g	0g	Pasta
Sugar	0.6g	0.3g	Ricotta
Vitamin C	0mg	0mg	Tie
Calcium	7mg	207mg	Ricotta
Iron	0.5mg	0.4mg	Pasta
Potassium	24mg	105mg	Ricotta

Macronutrient Breakdown

Pasta

Protein: 5g Fat: 1.1g Carbs: 25g

Ricotta

Protein: 11.3g Fat: 13g Carbs: 3g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Pasta vs Ricotta — Key Takeaway

For protein, Ricotta leads with 11.3g per 100g.

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