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High in protein and fiber, gluten-free pasta alternative
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chickpea Pasta with Ground Turkey (170 g) has 262 calories. That works out to 154 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.5 g of carbs, 24.1 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 8 g of fiber. Its 1.2 µg of B12 covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 170 g
262
KCAL / 170G
Carbs
31.5g
· 11% DV
Protein
24.1g
· 48% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
8g
· 29% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 36% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.36 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 8 g | 29% |
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 170 g | 262 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 85 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 385 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 255 g | 393 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 462 kcal |
| 2 cup (jumbo) | 340 g | 524 kcal |
Calculated from 154 calories per 100 g.
Boil the chickpea pasta according to its package directions and cook the ground turkey thoroughly in a pan with your chosen seasonings. Stir in a sauce, then combine with the drained pasta. Check the pasta early, since it can soften quickly and become fragile.
Tomato sauce is a natural match for Chickpea Pasta with Ground Turkey. Garlic, oregano, and black pepper complement both ingredients; reserve some sauce to toss with the pasta so it stays moist and the turkey is evenly distributed.
No. Chickpea Pasta with Ground Turkey has a more noticeable legume flavor and a different texture from wheat pasta with meat sauce. Chickpea pasta may be softer or more prone to breaking when overcooked, so keep an eye on it as it boils.
Cook the pasta just until tender, checking it before the package’s full cooking time is up. Drain it promptly and fold it gently into the turkey sauce rather than simmering it in the pan. Overcooking or vigorous stirring can make it break apart.
Cook the ground turkey until fully done, but avoid leaving it on the heat longer than necessary. Adding tomato sauce or a splash of water helps keep the meat moist. Prolonged cooking in a dry pan can make turkey crumbly and tough.
Yes, ground chicken or ground beef can replace the turkey in Chickpea Pasta with Ground Turkey. Cook the replacement meat fully and adjust the seasonings to suit it; the chickpea pasta still needs careful cooking because it can become soft quickly.
Yes. For better texture, prepare the turkey sauce and chickpea pasta separately, then combine them when serving. Refrigerate the cooked components promptly in covered containers and reheat until hot; storing them together can leave the pasta softer.
Cooked Chickpea Pasta with Ground Turkey generally keeps for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture has changed.
Yes, but the chickpea pasta may turn softer after thawing. For the best texture, freeze the ground-turkey sauce separately and cook fresh pasta when you serve it. If freezing the assembled dish, thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly.
It can make a filling meal because it provides protein and fiber, but Chickpea Pasta with Ground Turkey does not cause weight loss on its own. Keep portions and added oil or rich sauces in mind when fitting it into your meals.
Vitamins
B12
1.19µg · 50% DV
B3
3.57mg · 22% DV
B5
1.11mg · 22% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.39mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
269mg · 38% DV
Manganese
0.82mg · 36% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
578mg · 17% DV
Sodium
95mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chickpea Pasta with Ground Turkey combines pasta made from chickpea flour with cooked ground turkey. It is a flexible, contemporary meal rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition, and offers a gluten-free alternative to conventional wheat pasta when the ingredients and preparation are suitable.
The pasta has a gently earthy flavour and a firmer, more substantial bite than many wheat varieties; the savoury turkey works well with tomato, garlic and herbs. Serve it as a simple weeknight lunch or dinner, with a green salad or roasted vegetables alongside. It is notably high in protein and fibre, making it a filling one-bowl option. For a lighter plate, brown the turkey with little added oil and build the sauce around vegetables.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.87g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.19g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.