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Red sauce pasta is one of the many variations of pasta dishes available

The white sauce pasta is a popular alternative to red sauce pasta

Here are the average amount of calories present in red sauce pasta

New Delhi: The red sauce pasta is one of the popular variations of pasta. It is also known as arrabbiata or marinara pasta. Although these two are not the same dishes, people often confuse marinara sauce with arrabbiata sauce. This is a common confusion which may stem due to their common base ingredient, that is, tomatoes. The main difference between the two dishes is the amount of spiciness they hold. Did you know, Arrabbiata in its literal terms means angry. Therefore, we can say that the spicer preparation of red sauce pasta is called arrabbiata pasta and the milder preparation is known as marinara pasta.

Calories in red sauce pasta

The average amount of calories present in a serving (250 g) of red sauce pasta is around 270 caloires.

Nutrition facts of red sauce pasta

The estimated nutrition facts of a serving (250 g) of red sauce pasta are as follows:

Nutrition	Value
Protein	9.4 g
Fat	4.7 g
Saturated	0.7 g
Carbohydrates	49 g
Sugars	5.9 g
Dietary fibre	4.7 g
Potassium	401 mg
Sodium	466 mg

How to make your red sauce pasta healthier?

Follow these tips to make your pasta healthier and calorie friendly:

The regular pasta is made up pf all-purpose flour, also known as maida. This can cause harm to the body as it might extra calories to the dish. Furthermore, it is not a healthy choice for individuals suffering from diabetes. Try switching the regular pasta with whole wheat pasta.
Commercially prepared tomato sauces may include processed preservatives and sugars. To make your tomato sauce healthier, prepare the sauce at home with fresh tomatoes.
Enrich your red pasta dish with as many vegetables as possible. You can add extra nutrient content to your recipe as enhance the taste by adding vegetables such as onions, green peas, mushrooms and capsicum.
Switch your regular vegetable oil with a healthier alternative such as sunflower, canola or olive oil.

Red sauce pasta is a popular snack, breakfast and dinner recipe. Furthermore, it can also be counted as comfort food for some. Despite the deliciousness of the dish, consume it in moderation to keep a track on the calorie intake.