๐ŸŸข Safe
Oxalate <25 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก Caution
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
๐Ÿ”ด Avoid
Oxalate โ‰ฅ100 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก

Pasta, Tri Color Rotini, Cooked 11 min

๐ŸŸก Caution โ€” Moderate
52 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1 cup cooked (144 g) | Per 100 g: 36 mg
โœ“ Medically Reviewed Content reviewed by OxalateWatch Editorial Team. Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024) and NKF/AUA dietary guidelines.

๐Ÿ“Š Nutrition at a Glance

52 mg
Oxalate / serving
Moderate
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Sodium / 100g
Pending
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Protein / 100g
Pending
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Calcium / 100g
Pending

๐Ÿ“ Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
1 cup cooked144 g52 mg Caution
2 x 1 cup cooked288 g104 mg Avoid
ยฝ x 1 cup cooked72 g26 mg Caution

๐Ÿท๏ธ Tags

Grains & Pasta Plant-Based Moderate Oxalate ๐ŸŸก Oxalate Caution

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pasta safe for kidney stones?

It's not off-limits, but keep an eye on portions. Pasta has 52 mg oxalate per 1 cup cooked โ€” that's in the caution zone (25-99 mg). Eat it, just don't make it a daily thing.

What's the oxalate content of Pasta?

Quick math: 1 cup cooked of Pasta = 52 mg oxalate. 100g = 36 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.

Is Pasta low or high oxalate?

Middle of the pack. 52 mg oxalate per 1 cup cooked puts Pasta in the moderate zone. Fine occasionally, not an everyday food.

What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Pasta?

Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods โ€” every ๐ŸŸข green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Pasta. Same food group, way less oxalate.

How much Pasta is safe to eat?

A standard serving (1 cup cooked) of Pasta gives you 52 mg oxalate. Half that = 26 mg. That's the difference between a caution-level and a safe-level meal. Portions matter a lot here.

How reliable is the data for Pasta?

The 52 mg oxalate figure is direct from Harvard's lab โ€” measured, not estimated. The sodium/protein/calcium numbers aren't fully matched yet. When they are, we'll update.

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๐Ÿ“š Data Sources

Oxalate: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2024) via OHF.

๐Ÿ“– Key Scientific References

Taylor EN, Curhan GC. Oxalate intake and the risk for nephrolithiasis. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2007;18(7):2198-2204. PMID: 17538185
Borghi L, Schianchi T, Meschi T, et al. Comparison of two diets for the prevention of recurrent stones in idiopathic hypercalciuria. N Engl J Med. 2002;346(2):77-84. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa010369
Fink HA, Akornor JW, Garimella PS, et al. Diet, fluid, or supplements for secondary prevention of nephrolithiasis. Eur Urol. 2009;56(1):72-80. DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.03.031
Ferraro PM, Taylor EN, Gambaro G, Curhan GC. Dietary and lifestyle factors for primary prevention of nephrolithiasis. BMC Nephrol. 2020;21(1):267. PMID: 32652950
Pearle MS, Goldfarb DS, Assimos DG, et al. Medical management of kidney stones: AUA guideline. J Urol. 2014;192(2):316-324. DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2014.05.006
Liebman M, Costa G. Effects of calcium and magnesium on urinary oxalate excretion after oxalate loads. J Urol. 2000;163(5):1565-1569. PMID: 10751889
Holmes RP, Assimos DG. The impact of dietary oxalate on kidney stone formation. Urol Res. 2004;32(5):311-316. DOI: 10.1007/s00240-004-0437-3
Lin BB, Lin ME, Huang RH, et al. Dietary treatment and fluid intake for prevention of recurrent calcium stones. PLoS One. 2021;16(4):e0250257. PMID: 33872340
This is dietary reference information, NOT medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Oxalate tolerance varies by person, stone type, and medication.