Best italian noodles according to redditors
We found 213 Reddit comments discussing the best italian noodles. We ranked the 125 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 213 Reddit comments discussing the best italian noodles. We ranked the 125 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Potatoes are wicked. Also lentils & beans.
If I want pasta, there's this brand I buy made from black beans that has great macros. 56g uncooked = 215 cal, 25g protein, 23g carbs (12g fiber), 2g fat
https://www.amazon.com/Explore-Cuisine-Spaghetti-Black-Bean/dp/B01H4LBIVC/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1479932426&sr=8-2&keywords=explore+cuisine
Mmm....looks divine!
There's an edamame based pasta that has a better texture IMO than shirataki noodles. More carbs unofrtunately - 6 grams net per serving. Having gone a long time without pasta, though, I think their serving sizes are enormous and never eat a whole one.
These are not bad. The noodle texture is much more noodle like than shirataki, almost like an egg noodle. There is a bit of carbs in them, but definitely manageable. You should still be able to hit your macros.
I hear a lot about zucchini noodles and shirataki noodles, but after trying a bunch I've settled on bean noodles as my favorite pasta replacement: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B071FS2TW5/
These were the only thing that made me feel like I was actually eating pasta. Everything else fell so far short that I'd just skip all my pasta favorites entirely.
My go-to "one bowl" meal these days consists of:
Outrageously delicious.
> where can I find some?
https://www.amazon.com/Palmini-Pasta-Calories-Carbs-Linguine/dp/B0711R3XS4/
Edamame and mung noodles by Explore Cuisine (https://www.amazon.com/Explore-Cuisine-Fettuccini-Organic-Edamame/dp/B004UB9P38). 210 cal/20g
Original Boca Burgers (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Boca-Original-Vegan-Soy-Protein-Burgers-4-ct/10849324). 70 cal/13g
Red Lentil Pasta Trader Joe’s (https://www.amazon.com/Trader-Joes-Organic-Lentil-Sedanini/dp/B06XCTZ1GQ). 190 cal/ 13g
I use an app called LoseIt to track calories. I have a food scale, but part of using it is just to teach myself to accurately eyeball quantities— ie, once I’ve put 2oz of pasta in a bowl on a scale 30 times, I can probably guess.
Been vegetarian for 18 years (seeing PETA videos as a kid will fuck you up!) and I’m pretty light on the dairy, too. Trying to keep my protein intake super high while I drop weight so I’ve been supplementing with a couple whey protein shakes a day.
Oh!!! The thing that has made IF possible: edamame spaghetti. It’s part of my meal most of my OMAD days, macros on it are unreal. Link— https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H4LBM54/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_e-PxDbSEMRKMK
I HIGHLY recommend Banza Chickpea pasta - I think it has a texture much closer to standard pasta than any black bean pasta I have had.
Gluten free, vegan, high protein, high fiber
https://www.amazon.com/Banza-Chickpea-Pasta-Protein-Healthy/dp/B0134ERFGA?th=1
Meat/Protein/Milk:
[Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 3-Ounce Easy Open Cans (Pack of 24)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012271RA/)
[Starkist Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 5 Ounce (Pack of 10)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001IH8ERA)
[Kirkland Signature chicken breast, packed in water, premium chunk, 6 12.5-ounce cans]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YPJKBC/)
[Hormel Black Label Fully Cooked Bacon - 72 ct]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F54QG1S)
[Nestle Carnation Instant Nonfat Dry Milk, 25.6-Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VITI0K)
Crackers/Snacks:
[Nabisco Original Premium Saltine Crackers Topped with Sea Salt, 3 Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WN7DNS/)
[Pepperidge Farm Baked Goldfish Crackers - 66oz (4.1 lbs)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CBCJGE)
[Nabisco Honey Maid Graham Crackers 4-14.4oz Boxes]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001G4LRDI/)
[Snyders Mini Pretzels Tub, 40 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MZQM6O/)
[Stauffer's Original Animal Crackers - 4lb 14oz tub]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NC8HS6/)
Pasta/Sauce:
[Kraft Blue Box Macaroni & Cheese, 7.25-Ounce Boxes]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019RLJV2/)
[Barilla Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Entree, 9 Ounce Microwavable Bowls (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B2JRNBM)
[Campbell's SpaghettiOs plus Calcium, 15 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GH8IJ8)
[Chef Boyardee Big Beef Ravioli, Overstuffed, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XUJ3RK/)
[Chef Boyardee Mini Ravioli, 15-Ounce Units (Pack of 24)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001BCVDXO)
[Chef Boyardee Jumbo Spaghetti and Meatballs, 14.5-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XUJ47O/)
[Campbell's Raviolios, 15 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GH6X86/)
[Barilla Pasta Sauce Variety Pack, 24 Ounce Jars, 4 Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FQGP20Q/)
[Ragu America's Favorite Pasta Sauce Traditional Old World Style Sause 2 Pound 13 Ounce Value Jars (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CU5UXC)
[Barilla Spaghetti Pasta, 32 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00338DSQ4/)
Soup/Chili:
[Campbell's Chunky Classic Chicken Noodle Soup, 15.25 Ounce Microwavable Bowls (Pack of 8)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000V6L2FK/)
-This product has a drop down that has all the other campbell soups in bulk too, just make sure it still says Prime after you've selected.
[Campbell's Chunky Healthy Request Sirloin Burger with Country Vegetables Soup, 18.8 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0029TJTQG/)
[Campbell's Chunky Creamy Chicken & Dumplings Soup, 18.8 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EW4L4)
[Campbell's Homestyle Healthy Request Mexican-Style Chicken Tortilla Soup, 18.6 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EOVI8/)
[Campbell's Chunky Roadhouse Beef & Bean Chili, 19 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EW4N2)
[Maruchan Ramen Noodle Soup, Chicken Flavor, 3 oz, 36 Packs]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CUGD9Y)
Bread/Tortillas/Stuffing:
[Stove Top Stuffing - (6) 8 oz. pouches]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BL6ZJ4)
[Bisquick All Purpose Mix, 80 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0028B9ZGE)
[Mestemacher Bread Whole Rye, 17.6-Ounce (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00472672C/)
[Mestemacher Bread Three Grain, 17.6-Ounce (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00471YHU2/)
[Jiffy, Corn Muffin Mix, 8.5oz Box (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006NN0J9A)
[Ortega Flour Tortillas, 14.3 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GGVQFC)
[Ortega Tortillas, Whole Wheat, 16 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F9TDJEQ)
Fruit/Veg/Beans:
[Idahoan Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese, 1.5 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D3J98D0)
[Sun Maid Natural California Raisins, 32-Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UKJS68)
[Libby's Organic Cut Green Beans, 14.5-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PUGZ0)
[Libby's Organic Sweet Peas, 15-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040Q0TPQ)
[Libby's Organic Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PWYVO/)
[Libby's Fruit Mix -chunky In Pear juices Concentrate, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PYG9W/)
[Libby's Organic Dark Red Kidney Beans, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040Q0JWO/)
[Libby's Organic Pinto Beans, 15-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PYXXG/)
[Sylvia's Collard Greens, 14.5 Ounce Packages (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002TXF62S/)
[B&G Foods Ortega Black Beans, 15-Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005D6E336/)
[Old El Paso Refried Beans, Fat Free, 16-Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00374W630)
Rice:
[Nishiki Premium Rice, Medium Grain, 15-Pound Bag]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NRLAVY/)
[Botan Musenmai Calrose Rice, 5-Pound Bags (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001SAQDT8/)
[Dynasty Jasmine Rice, 20-Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NRG77Q/)
Breakfast:
[Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Rich Milk Chocolate Powder, 10-Count Envelopes (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037YXQMA)
[Quaker Instant Grits Flavor Variety 50 Pack Variety Value Box]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0027INRDA)
[Golden Grill Russet Hashbrown Potatoes(48 servings)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00470NIOO)
[Quaker Instant Oatmeal Packets Variety Pack, 52-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000O9WEY2/)
[Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Frosted Strawberry, 36-Count Box]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZXCA2U/)
[Kellogg's Pop-tarts Frosted Toaster Pastries, 24-Strawberries & 24-Brown Sugar Cinnamon-, 86 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008QP5LIC/)
[Rice Krispies Toasted Rice Cereal, 18-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E6GL66/)
[Quaker Chewy Granola Bar, Variety Pack, 8-Count (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005ER1AEE)
[Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Oats 'N Honey, 96-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LTM29M)
[Nutri-Grain-Kellogg's Cereal Bars Variety Pack, 48-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LTIDR2)
PB&J:
[Peter Pan Creamy Peanut Butter, 40-Ounce Jars (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00295IGHS)
[Jif Creamy Peanut Butter, 48 Ounce, 2 count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094IN7UE)
[Planters Peanut Butter Crunchy, 28 Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R8L712)
[Planters Natural Creamy Peanut Butter, 26.5 Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DDC3JK)
[Nutella Chocolate Hazelnut Spread 35.3oz Jar]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008IGB0QQ)
[Welch's Concord Grape Jelly 2 ~ 32oz Jars]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004TKZ7A0)
Other Stuff:
[Hormel Compleats Meals - VARIETY FLAVORS (6 - 10 Ounce Microwavable Bowls) - Beef Stew, Meatloaf, Roast Beef, Spaghetti, Chicken Alfredo, Turkey & Dressing]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D5WZUFA)
[Heinz Ketchup, Relish and Mustard Picnic Pack, 3 Bottles]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XLOOCS)
[Heinz Tomato Ketchup Jug, 114 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00112AM2C)
[McCormick Taco Seasoning Mix, 24-Ounce Unit]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003OJ0MU2)
[Tone's Spices Taco Seasoning Traditional Blend for Mexican Dishes - Net Weight 23 oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P00HXA)
Addon items (Free shipping with Prime for orders over $25!)
[Cheerios Cereal, 21 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L1KPV7U/)
[Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal, 21.6 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYW1K26)
[Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal, 23.6 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYW24WQ)
[Raisin Bran Crunch Cereal, 18.2 -Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006W5WAL4)
[Planters Peanuts, Dry Roasted, Lightly Salted (Bonus Pack), 20-Ounce Packages (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JD8Y2HC)
[Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise, 30oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LQTTVY)
[Kraft Mayonnaise, 30-Ounce Jars (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VMW0KC/)
[French's Classic Yellow Squeeze Bottle Mustard 14 oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061EOP0/)
[Heinz Tomato Ketchup, 38 Ounce Bottle]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GFW8C8)
[Planters Creamy Peanut Butter Jar, Natural, 15 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DDC3JK)
[Domino Premium Pure Cane Granulated Sugar 4lb Bag]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LAZ8SO)
[Pillsbury Best All Purpose Flour, 5 Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EOTMA6)
[Morton Iodized Salt 26oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019N87XE)
[Church & Dwight #01110 16oz Arm & Hammer Baking Soda]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B2W09A)
[Morton's Salt, Mccormick Pepper Pack, 5.25-ounce Shakers]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0005YMEFK)
Gas is about $2.15/gal right now. At 30 mi/gal, that's $0.07/mi. (OP is in Europe, so the cost is significantly higher.)
A Big Mac meal has about 930 calories and costs about $5.69. Assuming 40 calories per mile (YMMV, literally), that's enough fuel for 23.25 miles or $0.24/mile.
On the other hand, pasta costs $2.42 for 3200 calories, which comes to $0.03/mile. So it really depends on what you use for fuel.
On the third hand (can I have three hands?), if you're trying to lose weight, then the fuel you're burning is basically free. (Well, more accurately, you've already eaten that cost a long time ago).
And on the fourth hand (bodies are symmetrical, after all), eating expensive fuel is a lot more pleasurable than filling up your gas tank. I don't mind paying a premium for being able to eat whatever I desire, even if it costs a bit more.
Ingredients
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons PB2
1.5 tablespoons warm water
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 package FiberGourmet spaghetti
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
(plus whatever other vegetables you want in there: snow peas, broccoli, bean sprouts, etc.)
1 bunch cilantro, coarsely chopped
*Toasted sesame seeds as garnish (if you're feeling fancy)
****
Combine the chicken, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, lime juice and 1 clove of crushed garlic in a bowl and let stand a few minutes to marinate. Coat a nonstick pan with a bit of vegetable oil spray and pan fry until just cooked through. Reserve on the side.
To make the sauce, combine the PB2 and warm water in a large bowl until it reaches a peanut butter consistency (may require more/less water). Once mixed, add ginger, garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, fish sauce, red pepper flakes and salt. Whisk to combine and taste to make sure it's tasty.
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in large pot of boiling salted water until tender. Rinse under cold water until cool, then drain really thoroughly and transfer to bowl with sauce. Toss to coat the noodles and let stand at room temperature until noodles have absorbed dressing, tossing occasionally, about 1 hour or more if you have the time. Stir in the chicken, vegetables and cilantro and toss again. Season with sesame seeds. This was delicious at room temperature, but turns it's even better cold the next day, (as I discovered eating the leftovers for lunch today).
The original recipe can be found here
Eat a box of pasta with a protein source like tofu, setain, or a bean. Also there's now these soy/black bean/edamame pastas I'll link below that have stupid amounts of protein in them. Trust me my friend gaining weight as a vegan is extremely easy. Stick to your grains, bean,and gluten sources like breads and pasta.
https://www.amazon.com/Explore-Cuisine-Organic-Black-Spaghetti/dp/B01H4LBIVC/ref=pd_aw_lpo_325_bs_img_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=GBNWEHRPYDF8ZEW9SWN7
> chickpeas, beans and quinoa
Those are good. All beans that you can tolerate, lentils, buckwheat, peanuts/peanut butter, hemp/flax/chia seeds, and lots of vegetables. Organic Asia makes a line of bean pastas that are really high protein. Lentil pasta is also great, basically the same macros as lentils.
Just to let you know, the Barilla spaghetti you have on your Amazon wishlist is for 3 one-pound boxes of spaghetti for $15.92. That gives you only 3 pounds of spaghetti at a price of over $5 a pound.
Here's a link to another Barilla spaghetti offering on Amazon prime that gives you 6 2-pound boxes of spaghetti for $14.52. That gives you 12 pounds of spaghetti at a price of a little over $1 a pound.
There's a similar story for the peanut butter. The peanut butter you have chosen is for 1 lb of Jiff for about $8, but there's another seller who is selling 5 lbs of Jiff peanut butter for about $10..
On Amazon, there's a wide variety of pricing and you have to compare prices, because some things are much more expensive than the same thing sold by another seller.
If you want to look at the prices of the things on your wishlist and maybe make changes after comparing prices, you can get a lot more food for the same request. Would you like to do that before I send you anything?
-> the barilla spaghetti on your wishlist
-> cheaper barilla spaghetti
-> the jiff on your wishlist
-> cheaper jiff
I love this stuff -- my local costco in san francisco has it. This is the product: https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2
I find that half a serving is plenty (100 calories, 5 net carbs), and I like to serve it with meatballs and parmesan and good olive oil. It would also be great with pesto.
With edamame spaghetti for italian food and shirataki noodles for asian food, I never even wish I could eat normal noodles.
You don't need to deprive yourself! Check out some of my favorite low point carb things:
I have found all of the above at Walmart BUT the noodles. I ordered from Amazon.
For peanut butter, I've heard good things about PB2 and it's super low points.
Edit: More stuff:
This pita bread is 1 point
These crackers have 3 points for 41! I use them instead of tortilla chips with salsa!
re the carbs and pasta situation, find yourself some Carbanada egg noodles! the texture is definitely a bit different but I'm sure picky and I love them!
6 pack for $27
Just a quick search on it, carbs look a bit too high for these, 10 net carbs per serving.
https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2?th=1
That's going to be pretty hard without a lot of processed foods. If you want to cut, I would just keep the protein high, keep doing protein powder, and otherwise eat mostly whole foods. Beans, lentils, buckwheat, quinoa, oats, wheat, nuts, seeds, vegetables, etc. Soy beans are probably the highest, and you can buy them in bulk pretty cheap.
But some good processed stuff is tofu, seitan (wheat gluten), and tempeh. I also really like lentil pasta and the explore asia bean pastas - they make a bunch and remove some of the carbs in processing, so the protein macros are really high.
This one is my favourite: https://www.amazon.com/Explore-Asian-Organic-Spaghetti-7-05-Ounce/dp/B004K4EWVK
Nearing the end of my cut - I've eaten this almost every day for the past month or so.
It's Pasta Alfredo... but prepared for your jaw to drop when you see the macros:
Pound the chicken flat, sear both sides on high heat in a non-stick pan (sometimes I don't even use cooking spray - seems to do just fine without it), reduce heat to med-low and cover for ~9mins or until meat is 160F. Cut it up into chunks with the edge of a rubber spatula. Cook pasta according to directions on box, then mix all ingredients together.
Total:
It's even better if you substitute chicken breast with shrimp. I just cook baby shrimp from Costco right in a nonstick pan with nothing except a ton of Old Bay seasoning. The macros are even better with shrimp - all protein and no fat - great for a cut:
Total:
> I'm a girl and too much estrogen can be harmful
Sure. But soy contains phytoestrogen, which is an agonist/antagonist of estrogen. Though research is still unclear about the pros and cons about phytoestrogens, it has been shown to inhibit estrogen-dependent cancers. And Asian populations, where soy is a staple, have historically had lower rates of cardiovascular disease, menopausal symptoms, breast cancer (and other hormone dependent cancers), diabetes and obesity than Western populations. I don't think there are any reasons to be more afraid of soy than say, the arsenic content in your rice.
>being vegan is expensive + organic = even more expensive.
I actually don't think a plant-based diet needs to be more expensive. But the trade-off is to spend more time in the kitchen and that might be impractical for most people.
>personal ninja blender and a juicer
Not familiar with that brand, but if it is a blender that is really powerful, so you can blend cashews, for example, into a very smooth paste, then that is the No. 1 kitchen appliance for a vegan! A food processor would save time chopping, but it might be unnecessary unless you meal prep a lot. I think a juicer is great to get those micronutrients in an easy and fast way. I don't have one, but thinking of getting one.
>i also mentioned i don't own a microwave, so would that get in the way of meal-prepping?
I love my microwave. Heating leftovers is just one of its uses. I use it often to cook potatoes, carrots, vegetables, defrost and roast cashew nuts (1,5min without oil, it's great). The microwave also retain micronutrients more efficiently than frying or baking. I don't think it would get in the way of meal-prepping, but it makes life a bit easier, for sure.
I think you would like Mary's test kitchen. Not always always healthy, but a good balance of practical, easy, healthy and not so healthy recipes. (A very realistic vegan diet.) Most are also budget friendly.
Vegan sauces
Cultured cashew cheese
Vegan nacho cheese
Instead of gluten-free pasta, consider bean pasta?
The deets:
Banza chick pea pasta (
Amazon price is way inflated, I can get a box at Target for like $3 and a bulk box at Costco for closer to $8the link is for six boxes)The sauce is a mix of marinara, milk (I used oat milk and it was fine), red pepper flakes, and some basil. I sauteed some garlic before adding these ingredients to the same pot I used to make the pasta.
Veggies: zucchini, red pepper, and kale. (Normally I love a combo of tomatoes, broccoli, and mushrooms but I was trying to use up what I had in the fridge)
Topped with Parmesan cheese (which can easily be substituted to make it vegan)
Once your sauce is combined and heated through, add pasta and veggies to the pot and stir gently.
A large container of chopped up sweet potatoes.
A huge pot of this, cooked and then split up into individual portions:
Organic Edamame Spaghetti
(Amazon link here but cheaper at Costco, I believe it's around $9.79 for the 2 lb. box)
I’ve been using the Explore Cusiine Edamame and Mung bean pasta for lunches because it’s high in protein (https://www.amazon.com/Explore-Cuisine-Fettuccini-Organic-Edamame/dp/B004UB9P38).
I’ve done ground turkey and vegetables and marinara sauce or ground chicken, mushroom, and broccoli in an Alfredo sauce. Wanting to change it up a bit! Any suggestions? Share your pasta recipes please!!
> chickpea pasta gluten free?
I wouldn't guess all are without checking, but it looks like this one is. It was the first in my google search.
https://www.amazon.com/Banza-Chickpea-Pasta-Rotini-Ounces/dp/B00UMPYW8E
When I want a pasta treat and doing low carb, I use the Carba-Nada noodles. They are actually really great tasting, but only come in fettuccine size.
I wouldn't eat them everyday, however. :) Tempting though!
https://www.amazon.com/Al-Dente-Carba-Nada-Fettuccine-10-Ounce/dp/B000FZRYPO
Costco! But they are also on Amazon and probably other places http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2
At my last summer job, we had these noodles that have 20g of protin each, they also have black, green and red bean ones.
Here are the amazon links: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NSG8F6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_GDTQwbMKKPH19 and https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TCUM7X2/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_PHTQwbRBZAW2N. Looks like the black bean one is less here
1 - I have tried to start doing more lateral hip exercises over the last few weeks. But, it hasnt been anything spectacular. Honestly, I took the route of throwing in just a few exercises to get into a routine. Then, when it becomes part of my daily cycle, I will add in some more things. I used to do a 5 min plank exercise. Should probably throw that back in.
2 - I dont. Ive never considered doing it. I like bodyweight things. I built a pullup bar out of some lumber / a metal rod. That was fun to use. I feel like pullups are unreal body weight exercises.
3 - I think core is interesting. I read that the kenyans do nothing. And, I am curious how that works. I believe the theory was that they run on dirt roads / such varied terrain that they dont need to do core, etc.
Non Weight Training:
I recently just found edamame pasta at costco (buy it at costco, not on amazon). HOLY PROTEIN. It actually is fantastic. Lady friend and I ate that the last two nights with some bell peppers / cheese. HIGHLY recommend.
I get the Ancient Harvest brand: http://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Harvest-Spaghetti-Supergrain-8-Ounce/dp/B000LKTB90
Explore Asian makes a fettuccine substitute made out of mung bean flour that's quite good (they make other stuff, but this is the only one I like: http://www.amazon.com/Explore-Asian-Fettuccini-Organic-Edamame/dp/B004UB9P38). Higher than I like in carbs, so you have to plan for it, but it's also high in protein, making it easy to hit your macro.
Here are some substitutes:
Edamame Spaghetti
Cauliflower Fried Rice
Alcohol
Is this the product? Because according to the Nutrition Facts image on amazon, it's 17 net carbs. Unless amazon has the wrong image or something.
http://www.amazon.com/Exas-Fettuchini-Mung-Bean-7-05-Ounce/dp/B004UB9P38/ref=sr_1_1?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1374164934&sr=1-1&keywords=mung+bean+fettuchini
I bought a couple of boxes of Edamame noodles at Costco in Phoenix a couple of months ago, haven't tried them out yet!
https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2
I buy it in the organic section of the grocer here. (Ont, Canada) Amazon has it too. I'm not sure what other countries they sell it in, but I imagine there must be other brands too.
This is the type I get:
https://www.amazon.ca/NuPasta-Assorted-Konjac-Pasta-210g/dp/B078HKTHS1/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538795048&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=nupasta&dpPl=1&dpID=41nE%2Bc3aX9L&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QTX0D18/ref=pantry_car_prmt_bi/135-4961812-9381507?fpw=pantry
Campbell's Chunky Chili Mac Soup, 18.8 oz. Can https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYSNZA5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Rfc7CbP7FKSZF
Velveeta Cheesy Bowls Bacon Mac & Cheese (9oz Sleeve) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G3N7LUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0hc7CbRFPZ4Z7
Barilla Ready Pasta, Penne, 8.5 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MRD7XJG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wic7CbV6WYFP4
Barilla Pasta, Spaghetti, 32 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IB1DKN4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pkc7CbN3V0C75
Prego Pasta Sauce, Italian Tomato Sauce with Meat, 67 Ounce Jar https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M12KHCO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Tkc7Cb5JYHVTR
I'm not sure where you are or what you have access to but I usually buy mine in bulk from Costco or on sale when I see it at other places so it's a little cheaper. It is more expensive that regular pasta but it usually has more protein like banza. There's a huge selection on Amazon!
Thanks for the feedback! We're available in most major retail stores across Canada and you can find the stores nearest you that carry our product with our store locator. In Toronto, we're available in Walmart, Loblaws, Metro, Sobeys, and more. We're also available on Amazon.ca and our NuPasta Canada website.
Regarding inventory, that's something we'll definitely take note of and relay to our distributor so we can work on being better stocked in stores in the future.
https://www.amazon.com/Better-Than-Certified-Gluten-Free-Shirataki/dp/B01DAK5ECU
I couldn't handle the fishy smell. Anyone that had the same aversion should check these out. They also have a rice version.
I just ordered these from Amazon. They should arrive later today. Black soy bean noodles. 7 Net Carbs per serving.
Though I’ve found other ways to prepare the miracle noodles to (supposedly) make them taste better so I’ll be trying those again in the near future.
And these are on my wishlist for next time. Mung bean noodles. 5 Net Carbs per serving.
I looooooooove these palmini noodles. They’re expensive but worth every penny. They’re a little tangier than real pasta (made from hearts of palm) but they hold up really well unlike other veggie pastas. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0711R3XS4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_4gWJAbFM890CN
I believe that I bought these at Sam's club (maybe Costco) for around 10 dollars. They have the same item on Amazon, but it's inexplicably 2 and a half times more expensive.
As for the taste and texture, it has a very mild flavor and is close to al dente pasta. It's the best replacement for noodles that I've found. They cook up in 5 minutes and have a ridiculous amount of protein.
What is fathead pizza? Low carb pizza?
This is the pasta https://www.amazon.com/Banza-Chickpea-Pasta-Rotini-Ounces/dp/B00UMPYW8E
https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2
Is pretty good - esp with alfredo sauce
Hey man; don't hate on those noodles :)
Yeah they do. You do qualify because of your anxiety alone, but they can choose not to give it to you. It’s a shit system. Is it the libre you’re asking for?
If you have the money you could try and buy it yourself just to try out. Maybe you can pick up on patterns?
I recommend doing the course. You may as well get on the waiting list and get it done, not end up like me where I’d made such a strong case, done all the BS “why don’t you try this” ideas they’d given me and finally qualified, only to be told I needed to do a course and the waiting list was a year. If you can, befriend a nurse or someone - that’s how I got my pump on the end. She vouched for me and got me on the course, because she didn’t know how else to help me with my sugars as I’d tried everything.
Yeah that sucks!! I used to get that a lot too, honestly no idea why. I think for me it was maybe absorption issues... I started expanding into injecting in my arms which helped a bit. if you’re till on Lantau or something maybe you’re peaking / running out at certain times of the day? You could also try splitting this so give half the amount every 12 hours instead of 24 to try and counteract the peak.
Have you tried going low carb? Honestly that’s made such a huge difference for me, mainly cutting carbs from my evening meal. It means I’m not spiking all night and I don’t wake up super insulin resistant. I eat porridge for breakfast and bread or soup for lunch and snacks and thing, but for dinner I normally have veg with quorn steaks or protein, and these slimpasta packs. They taste like normal pasta (maybe a bit chewier but delicious in stir fry or source), take 2 mins too cook and have 0 carbs in! I get them off amazon and highly recommend them. Good for a quick and easy meal too but honestly it’s made me levels so much better avoiding carbs with dinner. Generally I fry them with some spiralised veg, mix some chilli, ginger, water and crunchy peanut butter in as a sauce and it’s makes enough for two meals.
5x Rawpasta Konjac Shirataki Noodles 200g 4x Rawpasta Konjac Shirataki Spaghetti 200g 1x Rawpasta Konjak Shirataki Rice 200g https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01MG5F14D?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Slim Noodles 200g (Pack of 5) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B009QW4CNY?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
But yeah I totally relate... it’s complete shit.
Have you tried this pasta? https://www.amazon.com/Tolerant-Foods-Organic-Lentil-Legumes/dp/B00N88O6TM
We’ve ordered these before.
They’re okay if you absolutely have to eat noodles. They’re available in some shops done times, but easiest to find on Amazon
Slim Noodles 200g (Pack of 5)
I got you fam. This pasta has been a revelation for me. Thanks to whomever posted this a few days ago.
I like this:
Explore Cuisine Organic Black Bean Spaghetti (6 Pack) - 8 oz - High Protein, Gluten Free Pasta, Easy to Make - USDA Certified Organic, Vegan, Kosher, Non GMO - 24 Total Servings https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H4LBIVC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SSZTDbDAFN05W
It’s an Amazon link, but I usually buy it at my local grocery store or in bulk at Costco.
Ok then you need 3.8g protein per 100 calories. If I were you, I’d opt for a few high protein meals. Maybe a breakfast of oats (6 grams protein for 160 cals), then a snack of pea/pumpkin protein blended with soy milk will get you close to 30g protein for 200 calories. A lunch of edamame spaghetti is 24g protein for 200 calories. You can use the rest of your 750 calories on Oreos if you want.
I recently found edamame pasta which steps up the protein and fiber from the Banza pasta.
Explore Cuisine Organic Edamame Spaghetti (Pack of 6) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H4LBM54/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apu_7h0JBb4QNE7AA
Ingredients:
Preparation:
Heat up the olive oil in a sauté pan and add the onions. Cook until translucent. Next, add the minced garlic. Brown the ground pork and mix well together. Add the tomato sauce and spices. Cook the pasta separately in boiling water for 3 min. until al dente. Mix the pasta with the sauce.
Macros:
I've included links to the specific brands I personally use to prepare this dish.
I know that using so many of your daily net carbs on lunch might seem like a lot. But hey, it's delicious pasta we're talking about. It's ready in under 10 min. and it's also under 500 calories. So I'll take it... occasionally. :)
I eat mostly gluten free at home simply because my husband has a gluten intolerance and we don't keep much gluten in the house. You didn't ask for tips about food, so feel free to ignore this. But I've found some bean based pastas that are gf and much lower carb/higher protein and fiber than regular (gf or otherwise) pastas.
Here is one of the brands I like on Amazon. Not a good price; just wanted to provide an example. I buy it at Costco and a local grocery. https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2
If I use it in a dish with plenty of fat and protein (e.g, pasta with pesto and chicken or pasta carbonara with shrimp), my numbers do great. Hope this is of some use to you! Good luck :)
[Here's] (https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2/ref=pd_lpo_325_bs_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=PJCD6CJ1BXJFVBBRQ381) what we have. We got them at Costco. They're yummy and filling.
Better Than Pasta. Certified Organic. Vegan, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, Konjac, Shirataki Spaghetti Noodles 14 Ounces (6 pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DAK5ECU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gF4tDb67EHQYJ
Bump! because...
Although the seller has caught on to the sudden demand for black bean noodles on Amazon (£37? runs fast away), the others - mung bean fettucine and soybean spaghetti (this one has a weird picture of dog food for some reason) are still £18! Both have only 6 carbs each, only one more than the black bean noodles, and just as much protein!
So do not be alarmed, ladies and gentleketoes, for help is at hand!
gallops away
My first few attempts at GF pasta ranged from "not that good" to "toss the entire thing, no way I'm eating this". Keep experimenting with brands and types. For instance, I love this spaghetti, but dislike the elbow and thicker pastas they have.
I never thought of it before, but HappyChicken may also have a point about quinoa pasta - it does seem to firm back up when it cools. When I make it, I usually do double then refrigerate the already-cooked pasta leftovers for later - toss it with a tiny bit of butter first (TINY BIT) and it won't stick together. That leftover pasta is often really good!
On Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UB9P38/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_KF.HDbBD134C5
I've has this before. It is called melasma, and if appears sudden, it is usually due to a hormonal change and/or unprotected exposure to UV rays. Medications such as oral contraceptive pills, estrogen therapies and anti-seizure meds like phenytoin or body changes (pregnancy, thyroid fluctuations) can be the culprits.
I developed these suddenly due to a change in birth control brand, and a change in diet (where I ate a lot of "soy" proteins, which are basically phytoestrogens). After my gynecologist changed my birth control to a different brand and I stopped eating a bunch of soy products like these, they went away in a few weeks like magic.
I think all ancient harvest are quinoa and corn. I've had good luck with them
Ingredients:
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First, I made the pasta (5-7 min in boiling water). Moved the pasta to a strainer, added the truffle oil on about medium heat in the same pot. Then added the mushrooms. While the mushrooms cooked, I portioned out 1 serving of the pasta (1/4 box I cooked) and 1 serving of the Marinara into each of the 4 containers. When the mushrooms finished cooking, I added them to the top of the pasta sauce.
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This took under 30min from start to the final clean and sole dish. Pretty excited about the protein content in this pasta (24g per 180cal serving) and the taste was decent coming from someone who doesn't truly know pasta and is down for Olive Garden.
I like banza pasta, or Amazon AND Costco sell this edamame pasta. Bulk up with veggies, you can have a 400 cal dinner that is phenomenal
Recipe is pretty simple: Make super creamy mac and cheese using Organic Edamame Sphagetti on stovetop, spoon into muffin pan and voila! mac and cheese muffins.
I tried these edamame noodles. They are ok. The texture is nowhere close to regular pasta. I prefer using spiralizer zucchini but keep these around for when I'm lazy.
http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1458264474&sr=8-2&keywords=edamame+pasta
Look into this stuff. Mostly protein and lots of fiber. Yea, the texture and taste isn't spot on to wheat pasta, but I like it and think it's worth giving a shot. There's soybean, edamame and black bean variations.
my friend recently discovered this pasta made out of chickpeas. it's super healthy and actually tastes really good (especially with some sort of pasta sauce) and you can barely tell the difference. It can be bought easily from amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017VX31V8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_DTjSybJX5KG8D
These look like they are pretty much the normal Konjac based noodles. I have had these in the past (Slim nooodles : Amazon link )
They are not bad, but not that much like flour noodles. They smell really bad when you open the packet, but washing them a few times in warm water sorts that out. They are pretty good if you cook them in a sauce or soup, as they pick up the flavor. They don't have any noticeable flavor of their own.
I would say that if you have not had them before, do not buy this Groupon. Try them out in a smaller buy from amazon or Holland & Barrett
Try these!
Do not despair. I just had these for dinner.... And they are AMAZING. I use them in every way I would noodles and they are delicious, chewy and noodley satisfying goodness.
http://www.explore-asian.com/products/edamame-spaghetti.html
Or this:
http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2
http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Edamame-Spaghetti-lbs-907g/dp/B00TCUM7X2