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High-protein legume-based pasta
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (diced) of Protein pasta made from lentil flour (56 g) has 200 calories. That works out to 358 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.3 g of carbs, 14.4 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (diced) · 56 g
200
KCAL / 56G
Carbs
32.3g
· 12% DV
Protein
14.4g
· 29% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
5g
· 18% 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 | 200 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6.72 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.3 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 5 g | 18% |
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% |
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 (diced) | 56 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 100 kcal |
| 2 ounce (medium) | 56 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 269 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 125 g | 448 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 150 g | 537 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 644 kcal |
Calculated from 358 calories per 100 g.
Cook protein pasta made from lentil flour in plenty of boiling water, following the package timing. Stir gently and taste it before the suggested time is up, since some lentil pastas soften and break apart faster than wheat pasta.
No, protein pasta made from lentil flour usually has a mild earthy, bean-like taste and a firmer or softer texture than wheat pasta. A well-seasoned tomato sauce, garlic, or herbs can balance its lentil flavor.
Protein pasta made from lentil flour can fall apart when overcooked or stirred roughly. Check the texture before the package time is up, drain it gently, and mix it with sauce rather than vigorously tossing it in the pot.
Yes, protein pasta made from lentil flour can replace regular pasta in many dishes, but it may cook differently and have a stronger flavor. Use the package instructions rather than the cooking time in a wheat-pasta recipe.
Tomato-based sauces, pesto, roasted vegetables, and garlic with olive oil pair well with protein pasta made from lentil flour. Choose a sauce with enough moisture, because the pasta can absorb it as it sits.
Foam on protein pasta made from lentil flour is usually caused by starch and soluble components released into the cooking water. Use a roomy pot, keep the boil controlled, and stir occasionally to reduce the risk of boil-over.
Usually, no: draining protein pasta made from lentil flour without rinsing helps sauce cling to it. Rinsing is useful only when you are making a cold pasta salad and want to stop the cooking quickly.
Keep cooked protein pasta made from lentil flour in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it promptly. Reheat it with a splash of water or sauce to restore moisture, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, protein pasta made from lentil flour works in pasta salad if you cook it just until tender and drain it carefully. Let it cool, then add dressing and vegetables shortly before serving to help prevent it from becoming mushy.
Protein pasta made from lentil flour still contains carbohydrates and can raise blood glucose, even though it is made from lentils. Portion size and the rest of the meal matter; people managing diabetes can ask their dietitian how to fit it into their plan.
Vitamins
Folate
100.8µg · 25% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
Biotin
3.36µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Copper
0.24mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
174mg · 25% DV
Iron
3.42mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
230mg · 7% DV
Sodium
6.72mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 200 calories in 1 cup (diced) (56 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Protein pasta made from lentil flour is a legume-based pasta, shaped and served much like familiar wheat pasta but made with lentil flour. It has a mild, earthy flavour and can become soft if overcooked, so follow the cooking guidance on the pack. Toss it with tomato sauce, roasted vegetables or pesto, or serve it as a base for a warm pasta salad; it works well for everyday meals wherever pasta is a staple.
It stands out for its protein and fibre: per 100 g, it provides 25.8 g of protein and 8.9 g of fibre. Pair it with vegetables and a simple sauce for a balanced bowl, and adjust the portion to suit your appetite.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.