# Protein-Enriched Pastas The Banza Chickpea Noodles Contain Added Protein to Compare to Meat By M | Published 2015-10-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-noodle References: [fastcoexist](http://www.fastcoexist.com/3052706/this-pasta-has-as-much-protein-as-a-3-ounce-steak?partner=rss) & [eatbanza](http://www.eatbanza.com/collections/store) The Banza pasta brand has created a grain product enriched with added protein to provide anyone looking to increase their protein intake outside of meat sources with a healthy alternative. The Banza pastas are made with chickpeas and offer as much protein as a steak dinner with 25-grams per serving. Vegans, vegetarians and anyone with a low-meat diet knows that finding [protein-rich foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impossible-foods-and-equii) can be challenging. The Banza pasta offers a simple, convenient and tasty way to up your protein intake with a [pasta blend made from chickpeas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banza-1) that as a similar taste to regular pasta. This is ideal for picky eaters and those looking to sustain a healthy diet without relying on meat as a number one source of protein. The Banza pastas also come in a variety of styles from [penne to elbow](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barilla-protein-rigatoni). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 - **Plant-based Proteins:** Opportunity for companies to create more protein-rich products using alternative, plant-based ingredients. - **Healthy Convenience Foods:** Opportunity for companies to develop healthier and convenient food alternatives for those with busy lifestyles. - **Alternative Grains:** Opportunity for companies to experiment with using alternative grains in their products to increase nutritional value and appeal to different dietary restrictions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers have the opportunity to experiment with new ingredients and formulations to create healthier and more innovative products that appeal to a wider range of consumers. - **Health and Wellness Industry:** The health and wellness industry has the opportunity to promote and educate consumers on the benefits of alternative, plant-based protein sources and healthier convenience foods. - **Grocery Retail Industry:** Grocery retailers have the opportunity to stock and promote healthier and more innovative food products, such as protein-enriched pasta, for their health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protein-Forward Pasta Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pastas.md) - [Nutrition-Focused Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barilla-protein-cellentani.md) - [Protein-Rich Ready-to-Prepare Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-orzo.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) - [High-Protein Italian Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasta-rummo-maxima.md) - [Better-for-You Chickpea Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barilla-chickpea-penne.md) - [Bean-Powered Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-pasta.md) - [Spaghetti-Like Chickpea Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bucatini.md)