4.2
83% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Banza
4.2 • 1,961 Reviews
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4.2
83% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
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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I have tried the chickpea pasta and I loved it. Its texture and flavor are soft and pleasant, I paired them with vegetables and they taste incredible
I was pleasantly surprised by the good taste and texture of chickpea pasta.
2y ago
A friend told me about this brand when I shared that I was trying to eat more protein. I tried it and I love that the texture is like regular pasta. I’m gluten free and these were such a great find! I also really enjoy their mac and cheese. These pasta products have become a staple in our house.
Our little family lives Banza! We already love to eat pasta and now Banza making it with more vegetarian protein. As a no-meat family this is a win win for everyone. Recommend for pick eaters like my toddler
Great protein pasta! Lovely with everything.
Banza is good! Definitely a healthier alternative to traditional noodles. I find they take a bit longer to cook than the package says.
High protein and quality plant ingredients.
3y ago
As someone who is very picky with what I buy, I think that Banza is a great choice. I buy it for the high protein content specifically. The texture is nice, be prepared for it to foam aggressively when boiled. The only downside is that it is more expensive than other options, especially when only looking for high protein.
I love banza! The texture and taste is amazing and I appreciate all the healthy benefits of added protein and fiber.
I think if you're into healthy tasting things, this is fine. I've only tried the noodles, I just don't know if Im crazy enough about the flavor and texture of chickpea vs a traditional noodle. The water gets really foamy, so you have to make sure to scoop the gunk off the top as its boiling. It does take to sauce perfectly well, I think if you really incorporate it well into a recipe it could be great, but don't rely on it to do the same heavy lifting that a standard pasta can do.
Banza seems like great quality, and as someone that loves pasta but must avoid gluten it is a decent option. Banza does not keep well once cooked and some of their pasta can be grainy depending on how it is cooked.
I like these way more than I like the other cheap brands in store
Love penne pasta. Bought 2 already.
I was pleasantly surprised by banza’s microwave mac & cheese cups in terms of flavor and creaminess! It’s my go to lunch on a cold day when I need something quick!
For me it’s ok, but my family refused to eat them the second time. They became tough after reheating. Maybe it’s only my experience, but you’d better to cook only one serving at one time, no leftovers. However, It is great lalternative, high quality and good ingredients
Banza is great healthly alternative for pasta! So much protein and amazing clean ingredients, I love it.
I like it! It’s not my favorite protein pasta but it gets the job done!
3y ago
I don’t love these. They don’t hold shape very well and the texture isn’t like real pasta. Since I am lucky and don’t have to be gluten-free as far as high protein pastas are concerned there’s other brands I like better that use wheat and bean flour together.
3y ago
Enjoyed the product. Will be buying again.
3y ago
i really like this pasta when i am trying to manage my carb intake. it is a little hard and the texture is different than regular pasta. i have used in while making soup and have used it as a side dish. i think it is very tasty when seasoned right