# Nutritious Legume Pastas These Single-Ingredient Pastas Offer an Alternative to Wheat-Based Pasta By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-03-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legume-pastas References: [foodbev](http://www.foodbev.com/news/really-healthy-pasta-to-unveil-range-of-free-from-legume-pastas/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/reallyhealthypasta) 'Really Healthy Pasta' is launching a line of legume pastas for those that are looking for an [alternative to wheat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banza-1). In recent years, many consumers have begun looking for better-for-you alternatives to their favorite products. This new pasta collection is perfect for those who are looking to reduce their consumption of wheat-based products. The new legume pastas from Really Healthy Pasta consist of noddles made from nutritious, [plant-based ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realfoods-by-organico). The new line-up includes penne and fusilli pasta made from mung beans, black beans, buckwheat, chickpeas and red lentils. All of the products are rich in fiber, [organic, vegan and low GI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-pasta-range). The noodles are also free from GMOs and gluten, making them a great alternative to many wheat-based pastas. The new single-ingredient pastas are a perfect for consumers of all ages looking to make healthier food swaps. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthier Alternatives:** The trend of seeking better-for-you alternatives to traditional products opens up opportunities for nutritious legume pastas. - **Plant-based Options:** The rise in plant-based diets creates a demand for legume-based pastas as a wheat alternative. - **Gluten-free Choices:** The gluten-free trend presents opportunities for legume pastas to cater to individuals with dietary restrictions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the growing demand for healthier pasta alternatives by offering legume-based options. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can market legume pastas as a nutritious choice for individuals seeking to improve their overall well-being. - **Specialty Diets:** Specialty diet industries, such as gluten-free or vegan, can incorporate legume pastas into their product offerings to cater to specific dietary needs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Three-Ingredient Veggie Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-pasta.md) - [Better-for-You Chickpea Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barilla-chickpea-penne.md) - [Fiber-Rich Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodwheat.md) - [Bean-Powered Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-pasta.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) - [Protein-Forward Pasta Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pastas.md) - [Convenient Gluten-Free Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasta-by-daily-harvest.md) - [Fruit-Based Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-fusilli-pasta.md)