Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce vs Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows
Overall, Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 4.
Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce
Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pasta shells in a cheddar ch... | Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbow... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 65 kcal | 232 kcal |
| Fat | 1.8 g | 7.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 2.6 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 7.7 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 15.4 g |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 20.5 g |
| Additives | 4 | 5 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has 72% fewer calories (65 kcal vs 232 kcal).
- Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has 77% less fat (1.8 g vs 7.7 g).
- Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has 60% less saturated fat (1 g vs 2.6 g).
- Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has 93% less sugar (0.5 g vs 7.7 g).
- Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has 84% less salt (0.3 g vs 1.8 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 97% more fiber (15.4 g vs 0.5 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has 83% more protein (20.5 g vs 3.6 g).
- Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce
cooked pasta, water, durum wheat semolina, pea protein isolate, water, cheddar cheese, pasteurized milk, bacterial culture, salt, cellulose, calcium chloride, microbial enzymes, annatto, pasteurized milk, carrots, cream, corn starch, butternut squash, skim milk powder, natural flavor, sea salt, xanthan gum, lactic acid
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: Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce or Chickpea Pasta Cheddar Elbows?
Overall, Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce 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?
Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has fewer calories: 65 kcal versus 232 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Pasta shells in a cheddar cheese sauce has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 7.7 g per 100 g.