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Gluten-free legume-grain pasta; high in protein and fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Quinoa chickpea pasta, raw (75 g) has 273 calories. That works out to 364 calories per 100 g. It contains 45.2 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 6.7 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Manganese covers 49% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 75 g
273
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
45.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
15.6g
· 31% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
6.7g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 22% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.52 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% |
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 | 273 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 44 kcal |
| ½ cup (whole) | 45 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 182 kcal |
| 2 ounce (whole) | 56 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 90 g | 328 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 364 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 364 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (whole) | 135 g | 491 kcal |
Calculated from 364 calories per 100 g.
Cook quinoa chickpea pasta in plenty of boiling water, following the time on the package. Stir gently at the start, then taste a piece near the end of cooking and drain as soon as it reaches your preferred texture.
No, quinoa chickpea pasta has a more noticeable nutty, earthy flavor than wheat pasta. Its texture can also be softer, so bold sauces such as pesto, tomato, or garlic and olive oil work especially well.
Quinoa chickpea pasta usually gets mushy when it is overcooked or stirred too roughly. Check it before the package cooking time is up, drain it promptly, and toss it with sauce rather than leaving it in hot water.
Tomato sauce, pesto, and lemony olive-oil sauces all pair well with quinoa chickpea pasta. Mix the sauce in as soon as you drain the pasta; its surface can soften quickly, and prompt tossing helps the sauce cling.
Quinoa chickpea pasta provides more protein and fiber than many standard wheat pastas, but that alone does not make every meal healthier. Its overall value depends on the sauce and sides; vegetables and a balanced topping make a satisfying plate.
Use a large pot with plenty of boiling water and stir quinoa chickpea pasta gently during the first part of cooking. Drain it promptly and mix it with sauce instead of letting the cooked pasta sit in a colander.
Usually, no: rinsing quinoa chickpea pasta washes away surface starch that helps sauce cling. Drain it well and add the sauce straight away; rinse only if you are serving it cold in a pasta salad.
Yes, quinoa chickpea pasta can be cooked in a large microwave-safe bowl with plenty of water, but it may cook unevenly or foam over. Stir carefully during cooking and use the package directions if they include microwave instructions.
Keep opened, uncooked quinoa chickpea pasta in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. Protect it from moisture and heat, and use the package date as your guide; cooked leftovers need refrigeration instead.
Yes, quinoa chickpea pasta can be prepared ahead, but it softens more readily than many wheat pastas. Cook it just until tender, cool it promptly, refrigerate it in a sealed container, and add a little sauce when reheating.
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Biotin
4.5µg · 15% DV
Folate
58.5µg · 15% DV
B6
0.23mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.13mg · 49% DV
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
234mg · 33% DV
Magnesium
89mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
351mg · 10% DV
Sodium
9mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 273 calories in 1 serving (medium) (75 g):
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Quinoa chickpea pasta, raw, is an uncooked pasta made from quinoa and chickpea flours, often chosen as an alternative to conventional wheat pasta. Boil it according to the packet directions before eating. Its flavour is mildly earthy and nutty, and the cooked texture can be a little denser than that of wheat pasta.
Serve it with tomato, olive-oil or vegetable-based sauces, or let it cool and add it to a salad. It offers a substantial amount of protein and fibre; per 100 g, it has 20.8 g of protein. For a lighter meal, pair a moderate portion with plenty of vegetables and keep rich sauces modest.
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
0.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.73g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.