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Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Bean & Pasta Soup): Original vs Lighter
Italian Cuisine
Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Bean & Pasta Soup)
Original: 81 →
Lighter: 86
+5 points
🔴 Original Version
Health Score81
Calories392 kcal
Protein18.4g
🟢 Lighter Version
Health Score86
Calories294 kcal
Protein15.2g
What Changed — Ingredient Swaps
| Ingredient | Original | Lighter | kcal Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▼ 90 g small pasta (ditalini or shells) | 140g | 90g | -186 kcal |
| ▲ 520 g cooked white beans (cannellini) | 450g | 520g | +97 kcal |
| ▼ 1 tbsp olive oil (12 g) | 20g | 12g | -71 kcal |
| ▼ 10 g grated parmesan (optional) | 20g | 10g | -42 kcal |
| ➕ 200 g zucchini, diced | 0g | 200g | +34 kcal |
| ▲ 1–2 carrots (160 g), diced | 120g | 160g | +16 kcal |
| ▲ 520 g tomatoes, chopped | 450g | 520g | +13 kcal |
| ▲ 2/3 medium onion (110 g), diced | 90g | 110g | +8 kcal |
| ▲ 3 celery stalks (130 g), diced | 90g | 130g | +6 kcal |
| ▲ small handful fresh basil (6 g) | 5g | 6g | +0 kcal |
| ▲ 750 ml water (750 g) | 650g | 750g | +0 kcal |
| ▼ 1/3 tsp salt (2 g) | 3g | 2g | +0 kcal |
| Net Change | -124 kcal |
Macro Comparison
■ Original
■ Lighter
Clinical Badges (Lighter Version)
💪 High Protein 🌾 High Fiber 🔥 Under 500 kcal 🫒 Mediterranean Aligned ❤️ Heart Healthy 💉 Diabetic Friendly 🧂 Low Sodium 🍌 Potassium Rich