# Mung Bean Pasta Noodles Explore Cuisine's Bean-Based Pasta is Made from Just Mung Bean Flour By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-04-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bean-based-pasta References: [projectnosh](https://www.projectnosh.com/food-wire/2018/explore-cuisine-launches-mung-bean-rotini/) & [explorecuisine](https://www.explorecuisine.com/en/products/bean-pastas/mung-bean-rotini.html) From black bean spaghetti to edamame fettuccine, Explore Cuisine makes a range of vibrant [bean-based pasta products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remix-snacks-beanies)—and the newest addition to its collection is a Mung Bean Rotini. As well as appealing to consumers for its organic, plant-based, non-GMO and [gluten-free properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banza-1), the all-new pasta product will catch the eyes of health-conscious consumers to appreciate the utmost simplicity, as the Mung Bean Rotini is made with just one ingredient: organic mung bean flour. Additionally, the product boasts [13 grams of protein per serving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-pasta), which makes it far superior in comparison to traditional wheat pasta. To better support their overall health and wellness, many consumers are turning to better-for-you versions of classic comfort foods that are packed with nutrients and plant-powered ingredients. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bean-based Pasta Products:** Explore Cuisine's range of bean-based pasta products showcases the growing trend of plant-powered alternatives to traditional pasta. - **Health-conscious Consumers:** The demand for better-for-you versions of classic comfort foods presents an opportunity for innovative food companies to develop nutrient-packed alternatives. - **Simplicity in Ingredients:** The popularity of products like Mung Bean Rotini, made with just one organic ingredient, highlights the trend towards simple and transparent ingredient lists. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can capitalize on the growing popularity of bean-based pasta products by expanding their product lines with innovative options. - **Health and Wellness:** The health-conscious consumer trend presents opportunities for the health and wellness industry to offer products and services that cater to this demand. - **Alternative Food Products:** The demand for plant-powered alternatives to traditional comfort foods creates opportunities for companies to develop and market innovative food products made with nutrient-rich ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Legume-Based Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lupini-bean-pastas.md) - [Lupini Bean Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lupini-bean-pasta.md) - [High-Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-pasta.md) - [Three-Ingredient Veggie Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-pasta.md) - [Yellow Pea-Based Spaghettis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb.md) - [Pea-Based Ramen Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb-ramen.md) - [Fruit-Based Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-fusilli-pasta.md) - [Better-for-You Chickpea Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barilla-chickpea-penne.md) - [Protein-Forward Pasta Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pastas.md)