Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce calories & nutrition


Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce contains 465 calories per serving (23% of a 2,000 kcal daily diet), with 18g fat, 52g carbs, and 24g protein. This nutrition data is based on real meals tracked by Arise app users.

Based on real meals tracked with Arise — the AI calorie counter
Per serving
465 kcal
Fat 17.5 g · Carb 52 g · Protein 24.5 g
Per 100 g
163 kcal
Fat 6.1 g · Carb 18.2 g · Protein 8.6 g
Total dish
465 kcal
Weight 285 g


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What's in Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce?


Ingredient Amount kcal Fat Carb Protein
Penne Pasta 150 g 225 1.5 45 8.5
Ground Beef 75 g 200 15 0 15
Tomato Sauce 60 ml 40 1 7 1


Macronutrients (Fat, Carbs, Protein) are shown in grams (g).



Ingredient links

Penne Pasta · Ground Beef · Tomato Sauce



How does Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce compare to similar dishes?


Dish Weight kcal Protein vs. this dish
Chicken Penne Pasta with Peppers 360g 437 35g -28 kcal, more protein
Creamy Chicken Penne with Salad 405g 683 40g +218 kcal, more protein
Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce and Cheese 360g 600 29g +135 kcal, more protein
Penne pasta with meat sauce and side salad 320g 389 18g -76 kcal, less protein


Frequently Asked Questions


Is Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce healthy?

Yes. With 24g of protein and only 52g of carbs, Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce is a nutritious meal. At 163 kcal/100 g, it has medium energy density — filling without excessive calories.

Is Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce good for weight loss?

Yes. At 465 calories with 24g protein, Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce keeps you full while fitting most calorie budgets. High protein helps preserve muscle during weight loss.

How much protein is in Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce?

One serving contains 24g of protein, which is about 25% of the recommended daily protein intake.

What app can track calories in this meal?

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What are the nutrition facts for Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce?

  • Macro split: fat 34%, carbs 45%, protein 21%
  • Energy density: 163 kcal/100 g (medium)
  • Top calorie contributors: Penne Pasta, Ground Beef, Tomato Sauce


How long does it take to burn off Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce?

  • Jogging: ~53 min
  • Cycling: ~61 min
  • Walking: ~114 min

* Assumes a 70 kg person, moderate pace.



How much of your daily intake is Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce?

  • kcal: 23% of daily intake
  • Fat: 25% of daily intake
  • Carb: 26% of daily intake
  • Protein: 25% of daily intake

* Reference intake: 2000 kcal, fat 70 g, carbs 200 g, protein 100 g.

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