Spaghetti Bottarga

Spaghetti Bottarga is a classic Sardinian pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed with olive oil, garlic, and finely grated bottarga—a cured fish roe, typically from grey mullet or tuna. It is celebrated for its intense, briny umami flavor and simple yet elegant preparation, representing a key part of Italy's coastal culinary heritage.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily high in carbohydrates from the pasta, with a moderate amount of protein and healthy fats from the olive oil and bottarga. A typical serving provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and vitamin B12, and generally ranges from 500 to 700 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	580 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	72 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	650 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	800 mg
Iodine	90 mcg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 cup (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Bottarga is often called 'Mediterranean caviar' and has been preserved as a food for centuries, showcasing ancient methods of curing fish roe. Nutritionally, it's a concentrated source of nutrients like iodine and antioxidants, making it a flavorful way to boost a simple pasta dish's nutritional profile.