Calorie comparison
Spaghetti Bolognese vs Tomato
Per 100 grams, tomato is the lighter choice by 120 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 | Spaghetti Bolognese | Tomato |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 138 | 18 |
| Protein | 7 g | 0.9 g |
| Carbs | 16 g | 3.9 g |
| Fat | 5 g | 0.2 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
🍝 Spaghetti Bolognese
1 cup (250 g)
345 cal
17.5 g protein · 40 g carbs · 12.5 g fat
🍅 Tomato
1 medium (123 g)
22 cal
1.1 g protein · 4.8 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, spaghetti bolognese or tomato?
Per 100 g, spaghetti bolognese has 138 calories and tomato has 18. Tomato is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, spaghetti bolognese or tomato?
Spaghetti Bolognese has 7 g of protein per 100 g; tomato has 0.9 g. Spaghetti Bolognese wins on protein.
Is spaghetti bolognese or tomato 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 tomato — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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