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Pasta isn’t just food. It’s a feeling. Many of us want to enjoy pasta more often (because it’s amazing). However, we know that the way pasta is traditionally prepared isn’t...
Orzo pasta contains roughly 7 grams of protein per 2-ounce dry serving. While it looks like rice and cooks fast, orzo delivers little protein compared to modern high-protein pasta options....
Not all pasta is off the table if you’re managing diabetes. Low glycemic pasta made with protein, fiber, and slow-digesting grains can help support blood sugar stability, without giving up...
Most high-protein or low-carb pastas on the market lean heavily on a single ingredient, usually chickpeas. And while chickpea pasta does improve on traditional pasta in some ways, with around...
Most people can have 75 grams of dry pasta per meal while on a diet, which cooks into about 1½ cups. That’s the sweet spot for most people trying to...
Yes, you can eat pasta on a calorie deficit. It all comes down to the type of pasta you choose, how much you eat, and what you pair it with....
Most pasta salads contain 7–15 grams of protein per serving, depending on what’s in the bowl. Swapping in protein-rich ingredients like legumes, Greek yogurt, or grilled chicken can boost the...
Yes, orzo pasta can work in a diabetic-friendly meal. It’s lower on the glycemic index than white rice and risotto, holds more protein and fiber, and delivers steady energy, especially...
Cold pasta can support healthier blood sugar levels. When cooked pasta is cooled, it forms resistant starch, a compound that resists digestion, slows glucose absorption, and reduces blood sugar spikes...
Pasta cooked in bone broth absorbs a small amount of protein from the broth, but not enough to count as a high-protein meal. Most of the nutritional benefits stay in...
Pasta salad can be diabetic-friendly if you use high-fiber, high-protein pasta, control portion size, and pair it with low-GI vegetables and protein-rich toppings. Cooling the pasta before eating helps lower...
Yes, you can enjoy pasta while following the Mediterranean diet by focusing on portion control, pairing it with vegetables, legumes, and healthy fats, and choosing nutrient-dense varieties like whole wheat...
From near-zero carb shirataki to wheat blends that trim net carbs in half, low-carb pasta options vary widely in taste, texture, and nutrition. The right choice depends on your goals,...
Some pasta varieties deliver over 20g of fiber per serving—about 10x more than traditional pasta. Many achieve this by using resistant starch, which not only boosts fiber but also cuts...
Add protein to pasta without meat by using high-protein pasta blends, legumes, peas, soy-based toppings, or nutrient-rich sauces. Whether you’re meal prepping for your fitness goals, feeding picky eaters, or...
Many low-carb pasta alternatives swap out traditional wheat for vegetables, legumes, or high-fiber flours. Options like shirataki, spaghetti squash, and hearts of palm mimic familiar textures while keeping carbs in...
Grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, lentils, salmon, and chickpeas all pair well with pasta salad. Each protein works differently depending on the type of dressing and add-ins like veggies or herbs....