Banza Chickpea Penne
9.3out of 10
MealFan score Ranked #3 of 82 pasta we scoredSee the full ranking →
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Chickpea Penne

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#3of 82 pasta scored
Category average7.41.9 above average
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The catch

The headline 20g protein is measured on a 3.5 ounce serving, but the standard 2 ounce serving printed on the box actually delivers 11g protein and 11g fiber. (source)

The honest take

Banza Penne is chickpea pasta with a genuinely short ingredient list: chickpeas, pea starch, tapioca, and xanthan gum, with no seed oils, no added sugar, and no sugar alcohols. On the standard 2 ounce dry serving on the box you get 190 calories, 11g of protein, and 11g of fiber, which is real nutrition upgrade over the 2 to 3g of fiber in regular white pasta. Sodium is also tiny at 10mg, and it is certified gluten free, vegan, and Non GMO Project verified. It reaches for you when you want a higher fiber, higher protein pasta night and do not mind that the texture is a touch softer and more bean forward than semolina.
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Banza Classic Chickpea Penne (official site) · Banza Gluten Free Chickpea Penne 8oz label (Target) · Banza Chickpeas Pasta Penne nutrition (myfooddata).

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Nutrition per serving

2 oz (56g) dry, about 4 servings per 8 oz box

190Calories
11gProtein
31gCarbs
3gFat
11gFiber
1gSugar
10mgSodium
Gluten freeVeganNon GMONo added sugarKosher

Who it's for

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Health minded pasta lovers who want more fiber and plant protein without giving up a familiar noodle, especially anyone gluten free or plant based.

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You want the classic firm chew of semolina pasta or you get bloated from a big jump in fiber and legumes.

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What buyers say

Eric Sornoso, FounderAug 10, 2026
The everyday swap I actually keep in my pantry. Double the protein and triple the fiber of regular pasta, and it cooks close enough to the real thing that my family does not complain. One tip from experience: pull it a minute early, it turns to mush if you overcook it.
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Product MealFan Score ↕Protein ↕Calories ↕Sugar ↕Sodium ↕
BanzaChickpea Penne this product9.3/1011g1901g10mg
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PastenePotato Gnocchi 7/105g220n/a410mg
AlessiPotato gnocchi 6.3/104g1680g448mg
De CeccoPotato gnocchi 6.6/104g2000g256mg
Private SelectionItalian Gnocchi 6.5/104.2g1671.7g183mg
Simple Truth OrganicPotato gnocchi 7.3/105g2001g104mg
PrianoPotato gnocchi 6.3/105g1640g557mg
Mamma EmmaGnocchi stuffed with Gorgonzola 6.8/1010g2756.3g713mg
Nevo PastaClassic Potato Gnocchi 7/104g1901g180mg
Cappello'sGnocchi 7.5/1010g3002g840mg
World MarketPecorino Cheese Gnocchi 6.5/104.2g1750g583mg
⭐ Banza Chickpea Penne has the most protein of the 12 pasta we compared.
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Typically about 2.50 to 4 dollars per 8 oz box. Prices move with promos and store, so check before you buy. Some links are affiliate links and never change our verdict.

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