# Low-Carb Linguini Noodles LEANguini is Fresh Pasta with Lower Carbs & Higher Protein By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-01-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leanguini References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/noodles--company-takes-menu-innovation-to-the-next-level-with-leanguini--a-fresh-pasta-with-lower-carbs-and-higher-protein-than-traditional-pasta-301451027.html) & [noodles](http://www.noodles.com/menu/)  [Noodles & Company's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemon-garlic-shrimp-scampi) [LEANguini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-orange-chicken) is making its debut as the company's most innovative noodle to date and it has the look and taste of traditional linguini with lower carbs and higher protein. Created by the Noodles & Company's culinary team, LEANguini gets its name for having 56% fewer net carbs, 30% fewer total carbs, and 44% [higher protein than traditional wheat noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-pasta). LEANguini speaks to health-conscious guests at the fast-casual establishment and it nourishes as a light and craveable alternative to traditional options. This first-of-its-kind noodle can be enjoyed in a range of different dishes, including LEANguini Lemon Parmesan with roasted zucchini, Roma tomato, spinach, and topped with parmesan and parsley; or LEANguini Fresca or LEANguini Shrimp Scampi. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Low-carb Pasta:** The rise of low-carb pasta options offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the healthy food industry. - **High Protein Noodles:** The demand for high protein noodle options presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the health food industry. - **Innovative Noodle Alternatives:** The introduction of innovative noodle alternatives presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the food industry, catering to a growing demographic of health-conscious consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Healthy Fast Food:** The healthy fast food industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for low-carb and high protein options, as seen with Noodle & Company's LEANguini. - **Alternative Pasta:** The alternative pasta industry, which includes gluten-free and veggie-based noodles, can expand its product line by offering low-carb and high protein options. - **Meal Prep and Delivery:** Meal prep and delivery services have an opportunity to incorporate low-carb and high protein pasta options into their menus for health-conscious consumers seeking convenient and nutritious meals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Legume-Based Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lupini-bean-pastas.md) - [Egg White Spaghetti Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egg-white-spaghetti.md) - [Zesty Shrimp Scampi Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemon-garlic-shrimp-scampi.md) - [Pea-Based Lasagna Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb-lasagna.md) - [Low-Carb Vegan Spaghetti Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srslylowcarb-spaghetti-bolognese.md) - [Protein-Rich Low-Carb Noodle Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dry-noodles.md) - [Flavorful Zero-Carb Ready-To-Eat Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-pasta.md) - [Coconut Water Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-water-noodles.md) - [Lupini Bean Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lupini-bean-pasta.md)