Pasta has been demonised by dieters – but one expert tells the Daily Mail it can be part of a healthy, balanced dietWhat is the nutritional value of pasta? Calories, carbs and key nutrients explainedBesides carbohydrates and fibre, pasta contains a range of vitamins and minerals, meaning it can play a useful role in a balanced diet. Fresh egg pasta contains slightly more fat due to the eggs, but the amount remains modest. A typical serving made from 75g of dried pasta contains roughly 270 calories, about ten per cent of an average adult's recommended daily intake. 'Gnocchi tends to be softer and slightly higher in starch but often lower in protein than traditional pasta,' Ludlam–Raine explains.

Source: Daily Mail March 16, 2026 13:33 UTC