FoodScore

United States · 5 SKUs scored · avg 66/100

Banza

Banza is a US-based food brand primarily focused on grain-alternative products, with a core offering of chickpea-based pasta. Founded to provide nutritious alternatives to traditional wheat pasta, Banza offers common pasta shapes such as penne, rotini, spaghetti, and elbows. The brand also produces chickpea-based mac & cheese varieties. A key characteristic of Banza products is their nutritional profile, which typically features approximately twice the protein and three times the fiber content compared to standard wheat pasta. This positioning places Banza within the category of healthier-option staples, appealing to consumers seeking alternative macronutrient profiles in familiar formats. Our pages evaluate each Banza SKU based on its nutritional composition and ingredient profile, comparing it against both traditional wheat pasta baselines and other legume-based pasta alternatives.

Best in lineup
Banza Chickpea Pasta Penne
69/100 · Good
Lowest in lineup
Banza Chickpea Pasta Spaghetti
64/100 · Good

All Banza SKUs, ranked

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods dataset. Nutrition Facts values, ingredient lists and UPCs are manufacturer-declared. FoodScore methodology is documented on the methodology page. Manufacturer website: eatbanza.com.