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High-protein lentil-based pasta alternative
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Lentil protein pasta (75 g) has 261 calories. That works out to 348 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.3 g of carbs, 18.9 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 6.5 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Manganese covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 75 g
261
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
43.3g
· 16% DV
Protein
18.9g
· 38% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
6.5g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 29% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 261 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% |
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% |
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 serving (medium) | 75 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 174 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 487 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 250 g | 870 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 280 g | 974 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 500 g | 1740 kcal |
Calculated from 348 calories per 100 g.
Cook lentil protein pasta in plenty of boiling water and start checking it before the package’s suggested time is up. Drain it as soon as it reaches your preferred firmness; leaving it in hot water can make it overly soft.
Not exactly: lentil protein pasta often has a more noticeable earthy, bean-like flavor than wheat pasta. Tomato, garlic, pesto, and other assertive sauces work well with it, while a simple butter or oil coating lets the lentil taste stand out.
Foam on lentil protein pasta is usually released starch and protein mixing into the boiling water. Use a larger pot, avoid filling it too high, and lower the heat slightly if foam starts climbing toward the rim.
Tomato sauce, pesto, garlic and olive oil, and creamy sauces all pair well with lentil protein pasta. Its earthy flavor can stand up to bold herbs and spices, so it also works nicely in curry-inspired or roasted-vegetable dishes.
Yes, lentil protein pasta can be used in mac and cheese, though its texture and flavor will be different from wheat pasta. Cook it separately, drain it promptly, and fold it into the sauce gently to keep the pieces intact.
Lentil protein pasta is made from a shaped, dried dough based on lentils, so it is a processed pasta product. Recipes differ between products and may include other ingredients; it is not simply cooked whole lentils.
Usually, no: rinsing lentil protein pasta removes surface starch that helps sauce cling to it. Rinse it only when you need to cool it quickly for a cold pasta salad, where loose, separated pieces are useful.
Yes, lentil protein pasta can be meal-prepped, but cook it just firm enough to avoid a soft texture after reheating. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container and reheat with a splash of water or sauce to loosen them.
Lentil protein pasta may fit into meals for people with diabetes, but its effect on blood glucose varies with the portion, sauce, and the rest of the meal. Anyone adjusting diabetes medication or meal plans should ask their care team.
It can cause gas or bloating in some people because lentils contain fermentable carbohydrates and fiber. A smaller serving may be easier to tolerate, especially if you are not used to eating lentils or other legumes regularly.
Vitamins
Folate
135µg · 34% DV
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
B5
0.83mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.83mg · 36% DV
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
218mg · 31% DV
Iron
4.57mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
315mg · 9% DV
Sodium
9mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 261 calories in 1 serving (medium) (75 g):
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Lentil protein pasta is a pasta alternative made primarily from lentil flour or lentil protein. It has a mild earthy, legume-like flavour, and its texture can be a little different from wheat pasta; cook it just until tender and follow the pack directions to help keep the pieces intact.
It works with familiar pasta sauces, from tomato and olive oil to vegetables or pesto, and can be served hot or in a pasta salad. Its protein and fibre make it a filling choice for vegetarian and vegan meals. For a lighter plate, pair it with plenty of vegetables and a simple tomato-based sauce.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.