Calorie comparison
Potato vs Spaghetti Bolognese
Per 100 grams, potato is the lighter choice by 61 calories, while spaghetti bolognese delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Potato | Spaghetti Bolognese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 | 138 |
| Protein | 2 g | 7 g |
| Carbs | 17 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 5 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥔 Potato
1 medium (173 g)
133 cal
3.5 g protein · 29.4 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
🍝 Spaghetti Bolognese
1 cup (250 g)
345 cal
17.5 g protein · 40 g carbs · 12.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, potato or spaghetti bolognese?
Per 100 g, potato has 77 calories and spaghetti bolognese has 138. Potato is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, potato or spaghetti bolognese?
Potato has 2 g of protein per 100 g; spaghetti bolognese has 7 g. Spaghetti Bolognese wins on protein.
Is potato or spaghetti bolognese better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward potato — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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