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Banza Chickpea Pasta Mac & Cheese, Classic Cheddar, 5.5 oz (Case of 6)

Contains xanthan gum

This chickpea-based mac and cheese provides 18 g protein and 8 g fiber per serving and is labeled gluten-free. It also contains xanthan gum and disodium phosphate, with 680 mg sodium per serving.

Seed-oil freeNo added sugarNo artificial dyesNo artificial flavorsNo natural flavorsNo synthetic preservativesNo added nitritesGluten-free (label)Contains dairy
$39.88 5.5 oz · lowest price at Cozy Farm
Price and stock checked Oct 29, 2026
Key nutrition facts
260caloriesPer serving · 2.5oz (71g)
Protein
18g▲
Fiber
8g▲
Added sugar
—
Sodium
680mg▼
Saturated fat
3g▼
▲ raises the score · ▼ lowers it · From the product label
Ingredients: Chickpeas, Tapioca, Pea Protein, Xanthan Gum, Cheddar Cheese (Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes), Nonfat Milk, Buttermilk, Butter (Cream, Salt), Salt, Lactic Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Annatto and Paprika Extract, Silicon Dioxide
On Open Food FactsNutri-Score ANOVA 4Ultra-processed foodTheir grades, for reference; not part of our score. Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL).
58 / 100
Fair Scored automatically
Weighted as grain productsHigh confidence · Scored on 9 of 11 inputs
Nutrition · counts 35%58
Ingredients · counts 20%82
Processing · counts 15%30
Sourcing · counts 15%50
Transparency · counts 15%65
Why it scores 58
Nutrition 58 · Compared with other grain foods: more sodium (680 mg), more saturated fat (3 g), more fiber (8 g); no added sugar per 2.5oz
Ingredients 82 · Added phosphates (additive, −10); Annatto (additive, −4); Silicon dioxide (additive, −4)
Processing 30 · Chickpea pasta with pea protein, xanthan gum and phosphate.
Sourcing 50 · No product-specific origin or growing practices are stated.
Transparency 65 · Full ingredient list and gluten-free claim; no specific sourcing claims.
Contains xanthan gum and disodium phosphate
680 mg sodium per serving
Evidence behind the Ingredients deductions
Varies by additive−18 for added phosphates, annatto, silicon dioxide
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Ingredients
Chickpeas Tapioca Pea Protein Xanthan Gum Cheddar Cheese (Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes) Nonfat Milk Buttermilk Butter (Cream, Salt) Salt Lactic Acid Disodium Phosphate Annatto and Paprika Extract Silicon Dioxide
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Say goodbye to the days of boring, unhealthy mac and cheese with Banza Chickpea Pasta Mac and Cheese! This tasty, classic cheddar-flavored dinner is made with an innovative blend of chickpea pasta and cheddar cheese, giving you double the protein and 8x the fiber of traditional mac and cheese. And with 19 fewer net carbs per serving, you can indulge in this delicious meal without feeling guilty. Gluten-free, high-fiber, high-protein, and low-glycemic, this meal is perfect for those looking to make healthier food choices. Banza Chickpea Pasta Mac and Cheese is easy to prepare — just follow t

Additives5 additives · 1 moderate risk
Added phosphates (E339–E343, E450–E452)StabiliserModerate risk
Absorbed more readily than natural phosphorus; high intakes are linked to kidney and heart risks, and EFSA set a limit in 2019.
Annatto (E160b)ColourLimited risk
Plant-based colour from achiote seeds; generally safe, but can occasionally cause allergic reactions.
Silicon dioxide (E551)Anti-caking agentLimited risk
Approved, but EFSA noted in 2018 that data on its nano-sized particles were too limited to set a safe intake.
Xanthan gum (E415)ThickenerNo risk
Made by fermentation; EFSA re-confirmed its safety in 2017, though large amounts can cause bloating.
Lactic acid (E270)AcidNo risk
Made by fermentation; considered safe.
Matched from the ingredient list. Risk levels summarise findings from EFSA, the FDA, IARC and published studies; they explain a concern, not a diagnosis.

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