How Much Protein Is In Pasta?
Italian staple made from wheat, available in hundreds of shapes and varieties.
Protein per 1 cup cooked (140g)
8.1
g% Daily Value
Complete Nutrition Facts for Pasta
Per 1 cup cooked (140g)
0.8g
sugar
Essential Amino Acids in Pasta
Per 1 cup cooked (140g)
Limiting amino acid: Lysine.
183mg
Histidine
314mg
Isoleucine
608mg
Leucine
183mg
Lysine
90mg
Methionine
410mg
Phenylalanine
284mg
Threonine
113mg
Tryptophan
361mg
Valine
More About Pasta
About Protein in Pasta
A serving of Pasta (140g) contains 8.1g of protein, which is 16% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that pasta is a moderate source of protein compared to other grains & cereals.
Compare Protein in Similar Foods
See how Pasta compares to other grains & cereals.
Sweet Potato
per 1 medium (130g)
2.1g
Potato
per 1 medium (150g)
3.2g
Rice
per 1 cup cooked (158g)
4.3g
Brown Rice
per 1 cup cooked (195g)
5.3g
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 169751 | Last updated: 2026-04-06
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