Banza reviews and discussion

4.2

83% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • High-protein, fiber-rich pasta
  • Convincingly pasta-like texture
  • Gluten-free, celiac-friendly options
  • Consistently tasty frozen pizzas
  • Prone-to-mushy overcooking noodles
  • Slight beany or bitter aftertaste
  • Fragile shapes, breakage issues
  • Sticky, grainy long-cut texture

Banza earns strong reviews for delivering chickpea-based pasta, pizza, and mac & cheese that often taste close to traditional versions while adding substantial protein and fiber. Reviews praise the consistently tasty pasta (rotini, cavatappi, shells), kid-approval, and standout frozen pizzas, but note weaknesses: noodles can overcook into mush, stick, or break; some shapes feel dense or grainy with a bitter/bean aftertaste; spaghetti/long cuts underperform; and texture declines as leftovers. Ideal for gluten-free or higher-protein swaps, provided cooking is precise.

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1,962 reviews and posts

  • I love this pasta- goes a long way when I need something a little more filling than just a bowl of pasta for dinner. The pasta taste/feel is almost completely there, it does taste slightly like it's made of something else but hardly noticeable and worth it if you can't consume regular pasta.

  • I have only tried Banza pasta and it is excellent. Great texture and subtle flavor and easily used for any pasta dish. I tend to use this for Mediterranean inspired dishes.

  • I absolutely love love LOVE their pastas and mac and cheeses!! They are absolutely great for people with PCOS because of their high fiber and high protein content along with their low glucose content.

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  • I've pretty much fully converted to Banza due to living with someone who is gluten free. It has really met my pasta craving! That being said, it can never FULLY replace wheat based pasta. Haven't tried the rice or pizza

  • I am obsessed with these pastas! So much more filling and satisfying than regular pasta, and the texture is great. Chickpeas for president! Can't wait to try the pizzas and mac and cheese.

  • Favorite high protein pasta. I truly think it tastes better than regular pasta, and love that I'm getting more protein with my favorite food.

  • I love the concept but the texture and consistency of the pasta just doesn't resemble regular pasta. It's less chewy and very soft. Not for everyone!

  • I bought this in bulk from Amazon and regularly make this for dinner. It's super easy and feels like a hearty bowl of pasta, so it's heartwarming while also relieving me of the duty of cooking up protein. I knew the texture wasn't going to exactly imitate pasta, but it's worth noting that there's a sandier texture that makes the pieces fall apart more easily. Have to make sure not to overcook or else it gets mushy. AS FOR THE PIZZA, I loved. The crust was flakey and crispy. Dense like biscuits, without tasting like chickpeas at all. I actually started looking forward to getting to the crust. Also not sure what it is about the sauce, but it was super tasty and well-topped with veggies.

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    There's a fragrance / after taste to the pasta that I don't mind much but can get a bit off-putting at times.

  • I tried the pant based mac & cheese for the first time recently, and I liked it! It's possible that I overcooked it slightly, but I found the texture of the pasta to be a little gritty. I found the flavor to be good, but not the best in comparison to other boxed vegan macs I've had.

  • I've only tried their pasta, but it's extremely impressive. It still tastes like boxed pantry pasta, but that's all one can ask for and still better than most gluten-free pastas. Much easier to cook than the corn flour alternatives that tend to stick together.

  • A solid substitute for pasta. However, the texture is still a little grainy for my liking. Would recommend for a healthy option to traditional carbs. Much better than other bean pasta substitutes

  • i LOVE Banza. I eat predominantly plant based meals and banza products fits in perfectly to provide the extra protein my diet is missing. I love their rice specially.

  • This is the only pasta I eat now. I absolutely love this brand and everything they put out. I'm a huge fan of them and will recommend their products, especially the pastas, to anyone I can! I love the higher protein content of the pasta and the flavor is spot on.

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    I wish the pasta would stay together a little better, sometimes when I drain the pasta some pieces fall apart.

  • Thought I would never have pasta again when I went GF. Easily the best pasta alternative I’ve tried. Possibly better than regular pasta. Don’t skip the pinch of salt in the boiling water as it keeps it from getting mushy.

  • I love Banza. The different varieties are consistently tasty, hold up well structurally, and make one feel like they're missing nothing from traditional pasta.

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    It's a little bit of a challenge to make Banza not turn into mush after a while at times, though it feels best of breed for pasta alternatives there.

  • Honestly could not even tell this pasta was made from chickpeas. I love the fact that it has more protein than any other pasta on the market. The only downside side is that it does cost more than regular pasta.

  • I wanted to love their protein pasta because the nutrition facts look great. However, it has a weird texture that is gummy and gritty. I'd rather skip the protein pasta and just add other sources of protein to my meal.

  • Banza has reimagined pasta by swapping traditional wheat for chickpeas, creating a high-protein, gluten-free alternative that's surprisingly satisfying. Whether you're looking for a healthier pasta option or simply trying to add more plant-based protein to your meals, Banza stands out in a crowded market. Compared to traditional pasta, Banza offers about twice the protein, three times the fiber, and significantly fewer net carbs. It's a smart choice for anyone following a higher-protein, lower-carb, gluten-free, or plant-based diet. Plus, the ingredients list is clean and simple: primarily chickpeas, tapioca, pea protein, and xanthan gum.

  • I’m a big fan of healthier pasta options, and Banda is one of my favorites when it comes to taste and texture. The protein content is what really impressed me. I actually prefer this over traditional pasta.

  • I’ve tried different brands of pasta that are higher in protein and use beans to incorporate fiber and protein but Banza in particular I do not like. You can clearly tell it is not regular pasta. The taste is so off putting to me even a sauce cannot make it taste good. Other bean pastas do have a slightly flavor or consistency difference but nothing too bad. I just do not like this brand I’m sorry not a fan.