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      PASTA, WORLD CONSUMPTION BOOM SINCE THE LOCKDOWN STARTED 1 CONSUMER OUT OF 4 ATE MORE, 25% EXPORT INCREASE IN 6 MONTHS
    
      U.S. Department of Agriculture: Food Data Central: Pasta, cooked, unenriched, without added salt
    
      USDA MyFoodData: Cooked Spaghetti Pasta
    
      Paula Doebrich (Szwedowski), MPH, RDN
    
      Leonila Campos, MBA, RD, PN1
    
      Lauren Pimentel, MS, RD, LDN
    
      Amanda Sauceda, MS, RDN
    
      Bess Berger, RDN, CDN, CLT
    
      Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN
    
      Tejal Pathak MS, RD, LD, CDCES
    




Protein pasta is made with ingredients like lentil, chickpeas and edamame to help you get more plant-based nutrition.

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Because it’s so high in protein, Campos advises only eating one serving per meal, especially if another protein source is added to the meal. But, someone on a vegan or vegetarian diet can probably afford to eat one to two servings per meal of high-protein pasta, she says.

But, someone on a vegan or vegetarian diet can probably afford to eat one to two servings per meal of high-protein pasta, she says.

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Zenb's yellow pea pasta comes in a tight corkscrew shape and is great for saucy pasta dishes.

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Made with two types of plant-based protein, this versatile pasta deserves a place on your plate.

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Image Credit: Explore Cuisine

Banza chickpea pasta has a similar taste and texture to traditional wheat pasta.

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Penne is great for dishes like mac and cheese and baked pasta.

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This spaghetti made with red lentils pairs well with classic tomato sauce and veggies.

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When you're in a hurry, grab one of these mac and cheese cups on the go.

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Made from edamame, this green spaghetti is full of gut-nourishing fiber.

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This rotini-style pasta is made with 3 simple, whole-food ingredients.

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Image Credit: Modern Table

This protein-rich farfalle-style pasta is made with added vitamins your body needs.

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This protein pasta is made with durum wheat flour and peas, and it's super high in fiber.

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      PASTA, WORLD CONSUMPTION BOOM SINCE THE LOCKDOWN STARTED 1 CONSUMER OUT OF 4 ATE MORE, 25% EXPORT INCREASE IN 6 MONTHS
    
      U.S. Department of Agriculture: Food Data Central: Pasta, cooked, unenriched, without added salt
    
      USDA MyFoodData: Cooked Spaghetti Pasta
    
      Paula Doebrich (Szwedowski), MPH, RDN
    
      Leonila Campos, MBA, RD, PN1
    
      Lauren Pimentel, MS, RD, LDN
    
      Amanda Sauceda, MS, RDN
    
      Bess Berger, RDN, CDN, CLT
    
      Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN
    
      Tejal Pathak MS, RD, LD, CDCES