🧪 Nutrition Facts
- Calories 320.1
- Total Fat 14.0 g
- Saturated Fat 3.5 g
- Cholesterol 29.6 mg
- Sodium 970.1 mg
- Potassium 132.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 35.0 g
- Dietary Fiber 2.0 g
- Sugars 4.0 g
- Protein 8.0 g
- Vitamin A 0.0 IU
- Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
- Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg
- Vitamin D 0.0 IU
- Vitamin E 0.0 mg
- Calcium 76.1 mg
- Copper 0.0 mg
- Folate 0.0 µg
- Iron 1.0 mg
- Magnesium 0.0 mg
- Manganese 0.0 mg
- Niacin 0.0 mg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
- Phosphorus 0.0 mg
- Riboflavin 0.0 mg
- Thiamin 0.0 mg
- Zinc 0.0 mg
Note: Nutrition information comes from the USDA Food Central Database. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet (FDA). Actual requirements vary by individual. Use at your own risk.
📋 Nutrition Summary
At 320.1 calories per serving (1 Serving (141.0g)), Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad is a high-calorie food — portion size matters if you're monitoring your daily intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 35.0g per serving (47% of calories). One thing to note: a single serving contains 970.1mg of sodium (42% of the daily recommended limit), which is significant if you're watching your salt intake.
🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags
Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.
📝 Ingredients
Cheese Tortellini (pasta [semolina, Water, Eggs, Beta Carotene], Filling: Ricotta Cheese [milk, Whey, Cream; Vinegar, Xanthan Gum, Locust Bean Gum, Guar Gum), Parmesan Cheese [cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes], Unsmoked Provolone Cheese [pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Bread Crumbs [rice Flour, Water, Egg, Palm Oil, Potato Starch, Tapioca Starch, Sunflower Oil, Cornstarch, Kosher Salt], Fontina Cheese [pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Salt, Canola Oil, Grana Padano Cheese [part-Skimmed Cow's Milk, Cheese Cultures, Rennet, Salt, Egg White Lysozyme], Grated Romano Cheese [sheep's Milk, Cheese Rennet, Salt], Sodium Alginate, Spices), Italian Dressing (distilled Vinegar, Soybean Oil, Sugar, Water, Salt, Contains Less than 2% of Garlic*, Onion*, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Red Bell Pepper*, Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate [as Preservatives], Spice, Beta-Carotene [for Color], Calcium Disodium Edta to Protect Flavor), Scallions, Red Peppers, Green Peppers, Lemon Juice (lemon Juice from Concentrate [filtered Water, Lemon Juice Concentrate), Sodium Bisulfite and Sodium Benzoate as Preservatives, Natural Lemon Oil], Contains Less than 2% of Capers (capers, Vinegar, Water, Salt), Oregano, Parsley, Salt, Spices.
🔬 Ingredient Analysis
Artificial Preservatives: Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Bisulfite, Lysozyme
Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, Locust Bean Gum, Sodium Alginate
Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Beta Carotene
Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.
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📊 % Daily Value
The following shows how one serving of Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 320.1 kcal | 16% |
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 29.6 mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 970.1 mg | 42% ⚠️ |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.0 g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | 8% |
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% |
| Calcium | 76.1 mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 132.5 mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ✅ marks ≥20% DV (FDA "good source" threshold); ⭐ marks ≥100% DV (a full day's value).
🔥 Calorie Analysis
Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad accounts for 16% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 47% of the calories.
🏃 Exercise Burn Time
How long would it take to burn off the 320.1 calories in Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.
| Exercise | Minutes to Burn |
|---|---|
| Running: 10 minutes per mile | 24.2 min |
| Walking: 17 minutes per mile | 55.2 min |
| Cycling (Low Intensity) | 35.0 min |
| HIIT | 29.6 min |
| MMA | 24.9 min |
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💬 Nutrition Q&A: Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad
How might Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad affect blood sugar?
With 35g of carbs and only 2g of fiber, this dish will raise blood sugar fairly quickly. The 4g of added sugar from the dressing contributes additional glucose without much fiber to slow absorption.
Is Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad heart-healthy?
The saturated fat is relatively low at 3.5g, and cholesterol is modest at 29.6mg, which are positive signs. However, the high sodium content and reliance on cheese-based ingredients make this less ideal for heart health, especially if eaten regularly.
How does Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad fit a low-sodium diet?
At 970mg of sodium per 141g serving, this is not a good fit for a low-sodium diet. The cheese filling, dressing, and added salt throughout the recipe make it difficult to reduce sodium significantly without changing the product.
Is Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad suitable for people with lactose intolerance?
This product is not suitable for people with lactose intolerance, as it contains multiple cheeses (ricotta, parmesan, provolone, fontina, grana padano, and romano) along with milk-based ingredients in the filling.
What should I watch out for with Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad?
This pasta salad is quite high in sodium at 970mg per serving, which is about 42% of the daily limit. It also contains multiple dairy products, so it's not suitable if you have a milk allergy, and the saturated fat content, while moderate, comes primarily from cheese.
Nutrition Q&A answers are based on USDA nutritional data and are for general informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice.
