High Protein Pasta

[marypups 111]

Has anyone tried any of the high Protein pastas? I bought some black bean Pasta, and it says that it has 25 grams of protein for two ounces. I am three months out and would love a small serving of pasta. Is this worth doing, or is this way madness?

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

Does it fit into you daily requirements? Can you have it and still make your goals?

Have you tried making zucchini noodles?

[liannatx 897]

Wow, I just googled that! It has 17 g carbs... but 12 of those are from Fiber. For 25 g Protein that is actually pretty darn good. I noticed it only has 2 ingredients: organic Black Beans, Water. I really like that too. I wonder what it tastes like? It does have great reviews on Amazon... I may have to try this.

Edited October 7, 2015 by liannatx

[marypups 111]

I have not tried it yet. It's been sitting on the shelf for a few weeks while I just stare at it. I will report back after I try it--perhaps this weekend.

[Babbs 14,681]

Wow, I just googled that! It has 17 g carbs... but 12 of those are from Fiber. For 25 g Protein that is actually pretty darn good.

I wonder what it tastes like?

I'm curious too, actually!

And I agree with @@OutsideMatchInside, have you tried zucchini noodles first for.your Pasta fix? They are really good!

I just looked that Pasta up. It's made with vegetarian ingredients (besides egg whites). The stats aren't bad at all, actually. Now if it doesn't taste like cardboard, they may be a winner! Otherwise I'll stick to my zucchini pasta!

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

The zucchini noodles are soo good, I really wish I tried them sooner. I am not a Pasta person at all, unless it is fresh hand made Pasta. So it isn't something I crave. Still I feel like black Beans are going to have a hard time filling the slot for anyone.

[liannatx 897]

@Babbs@OutsideMatchInside I am also a big fan of zucchini noodles. I bought a Veggetti at Bed,Bath & Beyond just to make them. So good with Pasta sauce!

[SalOdyssey 441]

I had the black bean spaghetti and it was surprising good. I had it with a little marinara sauce. Didn't have a strong bean flavor which is good for me because I am not a fan of Beans.

**I am pre-op**

[marypups 111]

I hate, hate, hate zuchinni, but I just ordered the veggetti. We shall see...

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I've had the mung bean flavor but now its made with edamame & mung bean. I have the black bean in the kitchen but haven't made it yet. So far I find them quite tasty.

[Whitney1968 54]

@marandogs That sounds good. Is that on the 'Pasta aisle". I've never heard or seen that before. Let me know how it is.

[BigViffer 3,544]

I've had the chickpea Pasta and I couldn't tell the difference between the whole wheat pasta I used to eat. It also has a crazy amount of Protein in it. Only had it once though because I just don't crave pasta anymore.

[ttdish 315]

I like the edamame Pasta I got from costco. Tastes pretty similar to pasta, and has 24 G Protein per 2 oz. I can only eat about half an ounce, but it's a fun way to get some veggies in.

[FocusOnMeNow 599]

I am eating this Explore Asian Protein Pasta made from Beans as well. It is awesome. The garbonzo bean spaghetti tastes exactly like ... Wait for it...spaghetti. I can also testify that the fiber is for real. You will not be constipated if you eat this with some bolognese (meat) sauce. I use both the zucchini noodles and the explore Asian pasta with my meat sauce - it's protein veg and eating real food like a normal person all rolled into one. I have to admit that it tastes so good I am still a little skeptical but I can tell you that the fiber is for real.

[FocusOnMeNow 599]

Also to all veggetti users pleas upgrade to a spiralizer it will change your life.