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Chickpea Penne Pasta, 8 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Chickpea Penne Pasta, 8 OZ

Banza
Available at Whole Foods
340
Calories
25g
Protein
9g
Sugars
110mg
Sodium
13g
Fiber
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find Banza Chickpea Penne in the gluten-free/alternative pasta aisle or in a health-focused shopper's cart — a protein-forward swap for weeknight dinners, meal-prep, or quick family meals. It gives a wholesome, comforting vibe (like familiar pasta with a health-conscious twist); the use of pea protein, tapioca and xanthan gum and the extruded, reformulated texture indicate industrial processing and modern ingredient engineering.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories340
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium110mg5%
Total Carbohydrate56g20%
Dietary Fiber13g46%
Total Sugars9g
Protein25g
* 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

CHICKPEAS, TAPIOCA, PEA, PROTEIN, XANTHAN, GUM..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains isolated/modified ingredients (pea protein, tapioca starch, xanthan gum) and is manufactured to mimic traditional pasta texture via extrusion and texturizers; these industrial formulations and additives are characteristic of NOVA 4 (ultra-processed) products.

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Common Questions about Chickpea Penne Pasta, 8 OZ

Absolutely, the Chickpea Penne is a healthy option for many, especially when you're looking for something that packs a protein punch—25 grams per serving! It's also high in fiber, which is great for digestion. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your diet goals, so it’s about finding what works best for you.

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