Calorie guide · Italian
Shrimp pastacalories and macros
One serving of Shrimp pasta has about 560 kcal, with 30 g protein, 70 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat. That is roughly 22% of calories from protein, 51% from carbs and 27% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein30 g22%
- Carbs70 g51%
- Fat17 g27%
This seafood plate tosses 100 g of pasta with 150 g of shrimp sautéed in olive oil with garlic, chili, lemon juice and zest, finished with parsley. A serving is roughly 560 kcal with 30 g of protein and 17 g of fat, and about half of the calories come from its 70 g of carbohydrates, mostly from the pasta.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~370 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 151 kcal | 560 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 30 g | 22% |
| Carbs | 18.9 g | 70 g | 51% |
| Fat | 4.6 g | 17 g | 27% |
How many calories in 100 g of Shrimp pasta?
A typical serving of Shrimp pasta weighs about 370 g, so 100 g has about 151 kcal, 8.1 g protein, 18.9 g carbohydrates and 4.6 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 185 g | 280 | 15 g | 35 g | 8.5 g |
| 1 serving | 370 g | 560 | 30 g | 70 g | 17 g |
| 1½ servings | 555 g | 840 | 45 g | 105 g | 25.5 g |
| 2 servings | 740 g | 1120 | 60 g | 140 g | 34 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 151 | 8.1 g | 18.9 g | 4.6 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 303 | 16.2 g | 37.8 g | 9.2 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Shrimp pasta
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Sugars | 4 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 11% |
| Sodium | 670 mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 50 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.7 µg | 71% |
Allergens in Shrimp pasta
- Crustaceans
- Gluten
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Shrimp pasta fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Shrimp pasta?
For a 70 kg adult, the 560 kcal in one serving is about 131 minutes of comfortable walking or 95 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 131 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 95 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Pasta with shrimp sautéed in garlic, chili and lemon, a bright seafood dish that is high in protein.
- 100g Pasta
- 150g Shrimp
- Garlic, Chili
- Lemon Juice and Zest
- Olive Oil, Parsley
How to make it
- Cook 100 g of pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; keep a splash of the cooking water.
- Meanwhile, warm a little olive oil in a pan and gently cook 2 sliced garlic cloves with chili flakes for 1 minute.
- Add 150 g of shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice, then add the drained pasta and a little pasta water.
- Toss for 1 minute, finish with chopped parsley and serve.
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How to make it lighter
- Measure the olive oil for the sauté and let lemon and garlic carry the flavour.
- Add cherry tomatoes, spinach or asparagus to make the plate bigger without many calories.
- Keep the shrimp at 150 g or more, since it supplies most of the 30 g of protein.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Shrimp pasta?
A typical serving of Shrimp pasta has about 560 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Shrimp pasta?
About 151 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 370 g with 560 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Shrimp pasta high in protein?
Yes. With about 30 g of protein per serving (22% of its calories), Shrimp pasta is a good protein source.
Can I eat Shrimp pasta while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Shrimp pasta?
Roughly 131 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 95 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Shrimp pasta vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Shrimp pasta contains meat or fish.
Is Shrimp pasta gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make Shrimp pasta lighter?
Measure the olive oil for the sauté and let lemon and garlic carry the flavour. Add cherry tomatoes, spinach or asparagus to make the plate bigger without many calories. Keep the shrimp at 150 g or more, since it supplies most of the 30 g of protein.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (370 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.