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Penne

Penne is a classic tube-shaped Italian pasta made from durum wheat semolina, widely used in Mediterranean and global cuisines for baked dishes and sauced preparations. It provides 75g of carbohydrates per 100g, making it an energy-dense staple that pairs well with vegetables, proteins and sauces. Nutrition-wise, penne offers modest protein for a cereal product but is relatively low in fiber and micronutrients compared with whole-grain or legume-based pastas. While it serves as a convenient, versatile base for meals, choosing whole-grain or pulse-based varieties can boost fiber, vitamins and minerals when you want a more nutrient-dense option.

Vegan · Lactose free · Processed · ~0.80€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C-

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

371 kcal

19% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

13 g

26% RDI

Fat

1.5 g

0.3g sat fat

Carbs

75 g

27% RDI

Sugar

3.9 g

8% RDI

Fiber

3 g

10% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C- · 5.4 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Penne healthy?

Penne is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Penne?

Penne is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Penne lactose free?

Yes, Penne is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Penne?

100g of Penne contains 371 kcal, 13g protein, 75g carbohydrates, 1.5g fat, and 3g fiber.

Q.04Is Penne vegan?

Yes, Penne is vegan.

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