Mac & cheese vs Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows
Overall, Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mac & cheese | Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbow... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 379 kcal | 232 kcal |
| Fat | 6 g | 7.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.5 g | 2.6 g |
| Sugars | 8.6 g | 7.7 g |
| Salt | 2.1 g | 1.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 15.4 g |
| Protein | 12.1 g | 20.5 g |
| Additives | 8 | 5 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 39% fewer calories (232 kcal vs 379 kcal).
- Mac & cheese has 22% less fat (6 g vs 7.7 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 26% less saturated fat (2.6 g vs 3.5 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 11% less sugar (7.7 g vs 8.6 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 17% less salt (1.8 g vs 2.1 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 89% more fiber (15.4 g vs 1.7 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 41% more protein (20.5 g vs 12.1 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Mac & cheese lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Mac & cheese
ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID); CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, MILK, PALM OIL, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, 2% CALCIUM CARBONATE, SODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, DRIED BUTTERMILK, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CREAM, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, NONFAT DRY MILK, GUAR GUM, CHEESE CULTURE, PAPRIKA (ADDED FOR COLOR), TURMERIC (ADDED FOR COLOR), ANNATTO (ADDED FOR COLOR), SILICON DIOXIDE, ENZYMES, NATURAL FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM); MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, SALT, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES.
Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows
Chickpeas, Pea Starch, Tapioca, Xanthan Gum, Cheddar Cheese (Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes), Nonfat Milk, Buttermilk, Butter (Cream, Salt), Salt, Lactic Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Annatto and Paprika Extract (color)
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mac & cheese or Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows?
Overall, Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has fewer calories: 232 kcal versus 379 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has less sugar: 7.7 g versus 8.6 g per 100 g.