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?

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

Have you tried making zucchini noodles?

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, 201510 yr by liannatx

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.

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!

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.

@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!

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**

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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?

I had them pre-op as my mom has been on Atkins for quite some time, and I love them. Especially because I don't like mushy noodles, the texture is perfect to me. I prefer them over the shiratoki noodles, but those are good also. Especially with spaghetti or cream sauce, not sure if you can have cream sauce but I had it pre-op and it was excellent.