Banza Chickpea Cavatappi Pasta
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Chickpea pasta alternative
- Vegan, gluten free, and NON-GMO
- 11 grams of protein per 2-ounce serving
- Low-carb, high-protein alternative to traditional wheat pasta
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- 11 grams of protein
- 3x more fiber than traditional pasta
- 25% fewer carbs
- Available in a large variety of traditional pasta shapes
What Needs Improvement...
- Customers note it is very easy to overcook the pasta
- Mixed reviews on taste and texture
- More expensive than traditional pasta
Specs
| Price per serving | $0.80 (1 box)\, $1.25 (6 boxes) |
|---|---|
| Protein Source | Chickpeas |
| Serving size | 2 ounces |
| Servings per box | 4 |
| Protein per serving | 11 grams |
| Pasta types available | Penne\, rotini\, elbows\, shells\, wheels\, ziti\, alphabets\, cavatelli\, rigatoni\, wheels\, gemelli\, spaghetti\, and linguine |
Summary
Banza Chickpea Cavatappi Pasta is a gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta. Banza pasta is available in a large variety of traditional pasta shapes like penne, rotini, and elbows. This pasta has mixed reviews on both taste and texture. Customer reviews indicated that it was easy to overcook this pasta and that the water gets foamy during the cooking process and may boil over the pot.
