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Is Pasta (cooked) Atkins-friendly?

Verdict

Not Atkins — grains excluded

Pasta (cooked) is a grain. All Atkins phases exclude grains.

Per 1 cup cooked (140g)

Calories

221 kcal

Protein

8.1g

Carbs

43.4g

Net Carbs

43.4g

Fat

1.3g

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Why this matters for Atkins

Grains are the primary food group eliminated across all four Atkins phases.

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FAQ

Is Pasta (cooked) OK on Atkins?
Not Atkins — grains excluded. Pasta (cooked) is a grain. All Atkins phases exclude grains.
How many calories in Pasta (cooked)?
158 kcal per 100g, or 221 kcal per 1 cup cooked (140g).
What can I eat instead of Pasta (cooked) on Atkins?
Try Cauliflower, Broccoli, Eggs (large) — Atkins-compatible alternatives in the same category.