Tortellini with pesto sauce

Tortellini with pesto sauce

Dinner

Item Rating: 67/100

1 serving (200 grams) contains 350 calories, 12.0 grams of protein, 15.0 grams of fat, and 40.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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411.8
calories
14.1
protein
47.1
carbohydrates
17.6
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (235.3g)
Calories
411.8
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.6 g 22%
Saturated Fat 5.9 g 29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 35.3 mg 11%
Sodium 705.9 mg 30%
Total Carbohydrates 47.1 g 17%
Dietary Fiber 2.4 g 8%
Sugars 3.5 g
protein 14.1 g 28%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 117.6 mg 9%
Iron 2.4 mg 13%
Potassium 235.3 mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🍯 Low sugar

Source of Calories

46.7%
14.0%
39.3%
Fat: 158 cal (39.3%)
Protein: 56 cal (14.0%)
Carbs: 188 cal (46.7%)

About Tortellini with pesto sauce

Tortellini with Pesto Sauce is a delicious Italian dish that combines handmade pasta and vibrant, herbaceous flavor. Tortellini, small, ring-shaped pasta typically filled with cheese or meat, originates from Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. The pesto sauce, a blend of fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts, adds a rich and aromatic complement to the tender pasta. Packed with protein from the pasta filling and healthy fats from the olive oil and nuts, this dish offers a balance of nutrients. The fresh basil in the pesto provides antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits, while the cheese adds calcium. However, pesto can be high in calories and fat due to the Parmesan and olive oil content, so moderation is key for those watching their intake. Tortellini with Pesto Sauce celebrates the wholesome simplicity of Italian cuisine while offering indulgence with a nutritious profile.