Banza makes pasta, mac & cheese, rice, and pizza from chickpeas.

Banza offers a high-protein, gluten-free pasta alternative that is praised for its nutritional content and variety of products. However, it has received criticisms for its grainy texture, tendency to become overcooked, and slightly high price point compared to other brands.

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Definitely a healthy alternative but it tasted like plastic and playdoh.
Weird smell after I boiled the pasta.
I'd just stick to wheat pastas for healthy version

I received these in one of my hungry roots boxes and it was just not at all a good. Maybe my expectations were too high but I would never repeat this purchase. 

The vegan banza was a shockingly good vegan and gluten free option. I tried it for the first time and didn’t have high hopes based on other brands I tried but it exceeded my expectations 

Overall good product, but cooking time is key. Can turn to mush quickly if not prepared correctly. Good taste and a lot of protein for meals.

it’s ok but if you can and do eat gluten it’s not as good in my opinion taste wise. Good alternate if you are very health conscious or gluten free. 

I tried the elbow macaroni.  I was surprised to find that the texture and taste resembled normal pasta quite well.  I’d use it as a substitute if I had guests following a gluten free diet.  

I like the high protein and fiber in this pasta.  The texture is a bit chewy. 

I low how these taste, as long as you cook them for the suggested time! the texture is a little bit different from pasta but still tasty 

The pasta was good but I have a hard time justifying the price. There are products with very similar nutrients at lower prices.

I wanted to like this because I've been having tummy issues related to wheat (any fructan-intolerant peeps out there?), but the texture is super gummy in a very unpleasant way.  It sticks to the teeth way more than regular pasta, and as someone with sensory issues, that's a pretty solid no from me. It'll do in a pinch, but my hunt continues.

I have to admit, I was really skeptical when I first heard about Banza Chickpea Pasta. I’ve tried a lot of gluten-free pastas, and most of them just don’t live up to the real thing. So, I wasn’t expecting much when I cooked up my first batch of Banza, but wow, was I wrong! This pasta is absolutely delicious—so much so that it’s now a regular in our household.

The texture is spot on—firm and satisfying, just like traditional pasta, and it doesn’t get mushy or fall apart like other gluten-free options often do. The taste is amazing, with a subtle nuttiness that complements any sauce or dish you pair it with. I was blown away by how good it is, and the fact that it’s packed with protein and fiber makes it even better.

What really sealed the deal for me was when my picky grandson tried it. He’s usually not a fan of anything that strays from his usual favorites, but he absolutely loves Banza! It’s the best gluten-free pasta on the market, hands down. If you’re looking for a healthier alternative that doesn’t sacrifice taste or texture, I can’t recommend Banza Chickpea Pasta enough. It’s a total game-changer!

I like banza I think it’s a quality gluten free option. I like that it’s high in protein and it has a better texture than other chickpea pastas. You can still slightly tell that it’s made of chickpeas and that it’s gluten free. I appreciate that it is a convenient option

Banza is made of chickpeas and seems to be healthier than pasta made with white flour. Regrettably, it didn’t taste very good. I made a delicious marinara sauce with mushrooms and meatballs… but the Banza pasta ruined it. The pasta doesn’t have a good mouthy feel. Others may like it, but I didn’t. 

This is not my favorite of the chickpea/legume pastas. There are other products that have less glyphosphates, more protein, and are better in texture.

I really wanted to like this... 
Taste wasn't great, texture wasn't great. Even in something saucy, the issues stood out enough to make the whole dish fairly unpleasent. Still looking for a palatable wheat alternative pasta lol!

Delicious, high-protein alternative to traditional pasta made from chickpea. It's delicious, easy to cook and affordabld product

It’s a great gf pasta alternative but still making my stomach hurt. I find other bean pasta alternatives better 

Initially purchased for my auntie's low carb diet, but its pretty delicious for regular eaters, too. Higher fiber and protein, decent texture, barely counts as health food!

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