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Mac & cheese, made from chickpeas

Mac & cheese, made from chickpeas

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💪6/10
🔥8/10
🩸8/10
🦴7/10
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Nutrition Facts

Per 100g

Calories298 kcal
Protein16.0g
Total Fat11.7g
Saturated Fat4.3g
Carbohydrates39.4g
Sugars3.2g
Fiber7.4g
Sodium670mg
Protein per 100 kcal5.4g

About This Product

Mac & cheese, made from chickpeas by Banza scores 9/10 for Energy based on fiber provides sustained energy release.

Mac & cheese, made from chickpeas by Banza provides 298 calories, 16.0g protein, 11.7g fat, and 39.4g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Weight Loss, Blood Sugar health goals.

  • Contains 16.0g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
  • Good fiber content at 7.4g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
  • Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
Best for: Heart HealthWeight LossBlood SugarBone HealthEnergyKids / Growing

Deep Analysis

Mac & cheese, made from chickpeas by Banza sits near the middle of the pasta category with 298 kcal per 100g (category avg: 385).

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Calories: 298 kcal per 100g (category avg: 385)
  • Protein: 16.0g per 100g (category avg: 11.1g)
  • Sugars: 3.2g per 100g (category avg: 3.3g)
  • Fiber: 7.4g per 100g (category avg: 4.1g)
  • Saturated fat: 4.3g per 100g
  • Sodium: 670mg per 100g — on the higher side

Who Should Eat This

Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer, people managing blood sugar levels.

Watch Out

  • Sodium at 670mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1340mg — roughly 58% of the daily limit.
  • Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.

Better Alternatives

If Mac & cheese, made from chickpeas doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the pasta category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.

Ingredients

Chickpea Pasta: Chickpeas, Tapioca, Pea Protein, Xanthan Gum. Cheese: Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Skim Milk, 0% Cream, Water, Whey, Canola Oil, Sodium Phosphate, Salt, Lactic Acid, Natural Flavors, 12% Sodium Alginate, Organic Fruit Juice and Organic Annatto Extract (color), Xanthan Gum. % DV* 34% 20% TNo significant difference has been shown 12% between milk derived from 1BST-treated and non rBST-treated cows.

Allergens

milk