A classic Italian staple featuring freshly prepared meatless sauce, served over a generous bed of pasta. This dish is part of Olive Garden’s core menu and is a go-to for those seeking a simple, traditional meal.
Price
$12.99 – $15.99Note: Prices vary significantly by location. This item is often available at a lower price point during the Weekday Lunch Specials (typically 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM).
Customize Options
Olive Garden offers several ways to tailor this dish to your preference:
- Pasta Type: While served with spaghetti by default, you can substitute for Fettuccine, Rigatoni, Angel Hair, or Gluten-Free Rotini.
- Toppings: You can add sautéed shrimp, grilled chicken, or meatballs (though adding meat will remove the ‘Vegan/Vegetarian’ status).
- Extra Sauce: You can request “extra sauce” if you prefer a heavier coating.
- Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is typically offered tableside.
Calories
490 Calories(Standard dinner portion, excluding breadsticks and salad/soup)
Ingredients
- Spaghetti: Semolina flour, water, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid.
- Marinara Sauce: Tomato purée, diced tomatoes, sugar, onions, salt, soybean oil, garlic, and a proprietary blend of herbs and spices (basil, oregano).
- Finish: Garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Total Fat | 7g |
| Saturated Fat | 1g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Sodium | 930mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 91g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7g |
| Sugars | 16g |
| Protein | 16g |
Allergens
- Contains: Wheat/Gluten.
- Does NOT Contain: Milk, Eggs, Fish, Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, or Soy (though cross-contact is always a possibility in a shared kitchen).
- Dietary Note: This dish is Vegan as prepared with the standard marinara and pasta.
