Pasta vs Orange

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Orange is generally healthier

Orange comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (47 vs 131), more fiber (2.4g vs 1.8g), less sodium (0mg vs 3mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Orange

47 kcal

More Protein

Pasta

5.3g

More Fiber

Orange

2.4g

Less Sugar

Pasta

0.6g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Pasta
131
Orange
47
Proteinper 100g
Pasta
5.3g
Orange
0.7g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Pasta
25g
Orange
12g
Fatper 100g
Pasta
1.1g
Orange
0.3g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientPastaOrangeDifference
Calories131kcal47kcal+84.0kcal
Protein5.3g0.7g+4.6g
Carbohydrates25g12g+13.0g
Fat1.1g0.3g+0.8g
Fiber1.8g2.4g-0.6g
Sugar0.6g9g-8.4g
Sodium3mg0mg+3.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Pasta

Per 100g:131 calories
Per cup (150g):197 calories
Per serving (85g):111 calories

Orange

Per 100g:47 calories
Per cup (150g):71 calories
Per serving (85g):40 calories

Diet Compatibility

Pasta

VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium

Orange

Low-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Pasta

  • Higher in protein (5.3g vs 0.7g)
  • Less sugar (0.6g vs 9g)

Common Uses

Side dishesBreakfastMeal baseEnergy food
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When to Choose Orange

  • Lower in calories (47 vs 131)
  • More fiber (2.4g vs 1.8g)
  • Lower in carbs (12g vs 25g)
  • Lower sodium (0mg vs 3mg)

Common Uses

Fresh snacksSmoothiesDessertsBreakfast bowls
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