Chickpea penne listings show plant-based protein ranging from 17 g to 23 g per serving; examples include 17 g, 20 g, and 23 g.
Common labels include Certified Gluten-Free, Vegan, Non-GMO or Non-GMO Project Verified, Kosher, and, on some options, Organic.
Cooking guidance in listings gives an example boil time of about 8 minutes. Product descriptions and reviews emphasize a firm, al dente texture that holds its shape, reheats well, and is noted by some reviewers as having taste and texture similar to regular pasta.
Many products are made from chickpea flour, often combined with lentil flour. Other formulations pair chickpeas with brown rice, and some use only chickpeas and lentils.
Fiber amounts vary by product: one listing specifies 13 g of fiber per serving, while others describe themselves as “a good source of fiber” without giving a gram count.
Package sizes shown include 8 oz, 10 oz, 14.5 oz and a 48 oz case; one product notes four servings per box.
Reviews consistently report taste and texture similar to regular pasta, with positive comments on flavor and mouthfeel and notes that the pasta holds up well in sauce and as leftovers.
