Spaghetti Marinara

Spaghetti Marinara is a classic Italian pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed in a vibrant, simple tomato-based sauce, typically made with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs like basil. It hails from Naples, Italy, and is celebrated for its bright, clean flavors that highlight the quality of its few ingredients.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the pasta, with moderate fat from olive oil and minimal protein unless served with added ingredients. A standard serving provides key nutrients like lycopene from tomatoes, along with some iron and B vitamins, and generally ranges from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	200 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	600 mg
Vitamin A	25% DV
Vitamin C	20% DV
Vitamin K	15% DV
Potassium	400 mg
Iron	10% DV
Calcium	4% DV
Magnesium	6% DV
Folate	12% DV

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Marinara is often considered a 'peasant' or home-style dish, representing the simplicity and resourcefulness of Italian cooking. Nutritionally, the cooking process increases the bioavailability of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes.