Salad, wholemeal pasta, with vegetables and mayonnaise

This wholemeal pasta salad combines pasta with vegetables and mayonnaise. The figures describe a recipe from dietary survey records, rather than a specific branded product. It mainly provides carbohydrate and fat, with some protein. Per 100g, it contains 14g of carbohydrate, 7.5g of fat and 3.1g of protein, and provides 519 kJ of energy.

Carbohydrate provides energy, while protein supports the maintenance and repair of body tissues. The vegetables also contribute vitamins, including vitamin C, which helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Mayonnaise contributes to the fat content. For people monitoring energy, saturated fat or salt intake, the amounts may vary with the recipe and ingredients used. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.