Calories in Minestrone
Minestrone has about 144 calories per 1 bowl (1½ cups) (360 g), or 40 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 6.1 g protein, 26.3 g carbs and 1.8 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Soup, minestrone). Source: USDA FDC #2710114
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 bowl (1½ cups) (360 g) | 1 cup (240 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | 144 kcal | 96 kcal |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 6.1 g | 4.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7.3 g | 26.3 g | 17.5 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1.8 g | 1.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5.4 g | 3.6 g |
| Sugar | 1 g | 3.6 g | 2.4 g |
| Sodium | 241 mg | 868 mg | 578 mg |
About Minestrone
A thick Italian vegetable soup with beans, tomatoes and small pasta. A big bowl is only about 144 kcal and full of fiber, which makes it one of the best low-calorie lunches.
Tip: Add a spoon of pesto or Parmesan for flavor; both are calorie-dense, so a teaspoon is enough.
Burn off 144 kcal
Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking32 min
- Running13 min
- Cycling18 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in minestrone?+
About 144 kcal per 1 bowl (1½ cups) (360 g), or 40 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 cup of minestrone?+
1 cup (240 g) is roughly 96 kcal with 4.1 g protein, 17.5 g carbs and 1.2 g fat.
Is minestrone high in protein?+
It has a fair amount — 1 bowl (1½ cups) gives about 6.1 g protein (17% of its calories). Add a lean protein on the side if you're trying to hit a daily protein target.
Is minestrone good for weight loss?+
Minestrone is low in calories (40 kcal per 100 g), so it fits a weight-loss diet easily. Watch what gets added on top, which often carries more calories than the dish itself.
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