Pasta Bolognese

Pasta Bolognese is a hearty Italian dish originating from Bologna, featuring a rich meat-based sauce traditionally made with ground beef or pork, tomatoes, onions, carrots, celery, and wine, served over pasta like tagliatelle. It's a staple of Italian comfort food, known for its deep, savory flavors developed through slow simmering.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is balanced but leans toward being carb and fat-rich due to the pasta and meat, while providing protein from the meat and some vitamins from vegetables. A typical serving ranges from 500-700 calories, depending on portion size and recipe variations.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	60 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	800 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	600 mg
Vitamin A	450 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B12	2.0 mcg
Zinc	4.0 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg

Per 1 plate (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, authentic Bolognese is often served with wider pasta like tagliatelle rather than spaghetti, reflecting regional Italian traditions. Nutritionally, the slow-cooked sauce allows flavors to meld and can make the dish more digestible, with the meat providing iron and B vitamins.