Macaroni And Cheese

Macaroni or noodles with cheese

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Vegetarian Contains Milk Wheat

Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Macaroni or noodles with cheese's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

11%

223 kcal Calories

17%

8.7 g Protein

23.1 g Carbs

13%

10.5 g Fat

Fair nutrient density 21/100

How many beneficial nutrients Macaroni or noodles with cheese delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Macaroni or noodles with cheese come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

223 kcal / serving

42% from carbs

Carbs 42%

23.1 g per serving
Fat 43%

10.5 g per serving
Protein 16%

8.7 g per serving

What Macaroni or noodles with cheese is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Selenium36% Protein17% Thiamin (B1)16% Riboflavin (B2)16% Calcium13% Vitamin A (RAE)12% Phosphorus12% Vitamin B1211% Zinc10%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	23.1 g	8%
Dietary Fiber	1.2 g	4%
Total Sugars	2.4 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	10.5 g	13%
Saturated Fat	5.2 g	26%
Monounsaturated Fat	2.4 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	1.1 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	106.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	1,007.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	176.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	138.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	86.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	207.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	241.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	763.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	2,431.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	957.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	121.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	2,345.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	17.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	1,007.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	12.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	2.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	8.7 g	17%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	106.0 mcg	12%
Vitamin C	0.0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg	3%
Vitamin E	0.5 mg	3%
Vitamin K	3.1 mcg	3%
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg	16%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	16%
Niacin (B3)	1.3 mg	8%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	7%
Folate (B9)	35.0 mcg	9%
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg	11%
Choline	12.2 mg	2%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	170.0 mg	13%
Iron	1.1 mg	6%
Magnesium	20.0 mg	5%
Phosphorus	148.0 mg	12%
Potassium	103.0 mg	2%
Sodium	358.0 mg	16%
Zinc	1.1 mg	10%
Copper	0.1 mg	8%
Selenium	19.8 mcg	36%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	25.0 mg	8%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	~	—

About Macaroni or noodles with cheese

Macaroni and cheese is comfort food in its purest form: short pasta folded into a creamy, cheesy sauce and, in baked versions, topped with a golden crust. From a boxed weeknight dinner to a slow-baked holiday side, it is a dish almost everyone grew up with.

It is built from carbohydrate and fat — pasta for the former, cheese, milk and butter for the latter — landing it around 220 calories per 100 grams. The cheese and milk do supply real protein and calcium, but the saturated fat and sodium run high, especially in richer recipes.

It is unapologetically indulgent. Stirring in vegetables, using a sharp cheese so a little goes further, and pairing it with a green salad turns a rich side into a more rounded plate without losing the appeal.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Macaroni or noodles with cheese?

There are 223 calories in 100 g of Macaroni or noodles with cheese, or about 513 calories in 1 cup (230 g).

How much protein is in Macaroni or noodles with cheese?

Macaroni or noodles with cheese contains 8.7 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Macaroni or noodles with cheese?

Macaroni or noodles with cheese has 23.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Macaroni or noodles with cheese?

Macaroni or noodles with cheese provides 10.5 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Macaroni or noodles with cheese a good source of?

Macaroni or noodles with cheese is an excellent source of Selenium (36% DV) and a good source of Protein, Thiamin (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Calcium, Vitamin A (RAE) and Phosphorus (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.