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Ancient Harvest Organic Gluten Free Shells Pasta
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Ancient Harvest Organic Gluten Free Shells Pasta

Ancient Harvest
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
200
Calories
4g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ancient Harvest Organic Gluten Free Shells Pasta is a small, 8-ounce box of corn, brown rice and quinoa shells you’d find tucked into the gluten-free and organic pasta aisle or the natural foods section of a supermarket, usually shelved near other alternative pastas, bags of rice and boxed quinoa and next to marinara sauces. It reads like a pantry-friendly answer for shoppers looking to swap traditional wheat pasta for a grain-forward option: certified organic, labeled gluten-free, and positioned with heritage-forward branding that references ancient grains. The brand voice leans wholesome and pragmatic — aimed at families and health-minded cooks who want familiar pasta rituals without wheat: boiling, draining, saucing, and serving. Label characteristics include organic certification, a prominent “gluten-free” claim, and imagery and language that evoke simple, plant-based ingredients rather than indulgent or kid-focused marketing. Sensory notes: the shells are lightweight and slightly rough to the touch when dry, cook to an al dente bite with a slightly grainy, nutty finish from the quinoa and brown rice, and hold sauce reasonably well; the box is a small, recyclable carton that fits easily on a pantry shelf. In plain processing context, this is a made food — milled flours are mixed, extruded into shapes and dried — so it’s more processed than whole intact grains but contains only recognizable grain flours and no artificial additives. Typical uses range from weeknight spaghetti swaps and packed lunches to quick family dinners and meal-prep batches where cooks pair the shells with simple tomato sauce, olive oil, roasted vegetables or a kid-friendly butter-and-cheese toss.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 oz dry
Servings per Container: 4
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate42g15%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Protein4g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Corn, Flour,, Organic, Brown, Rice, Flour,, Organic, Quinoa, Flour..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made entirely from organic grain flours with no emulsifiers or additives, this product is industrially milled, extruded and dried, placing it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods) rather than ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Ancient Harvest Organic Gluten Free Shells Pasta

The Ancient Harvest pasta is a pretty solid choice if you're looking for a gluten-free option! With organic corn, brown rice, and quinoa flours, it packs in some whole grain goodness. It's important to remember, though, that 'healthy' can look different for everyone, depending on your dietary needs and lifestyle.

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