Traditional Quinoa vs Lucky Penne Protein Pasta
Overall, Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Traditional Quinoa | Lucky Penne Protein Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | a |
| NOVA group | 1 | 1 |
| Calories | 395 kcal | 316 kcal |
| Fat | 5.6 g | 1.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 2.2 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 12.3 g |
| Protein | 13.3 g | 17.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has 20% fewer calories (316 kcal vs 395 kcal).
- Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has 69% less fat (1.8 g vs 5.6 g).
- Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has 21% less sugar (1.8 g vs 2.2 g).
- Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has 46% more fiber (12.3 g vs 6.7 g).
- Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has 24% more protein (17.5 g vs 13.3 g).
- Only Lucky Penne Protein Pasta lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Traditional Quinoa
White Quinoa
Lucky Penne Protein Pasta
Semolina (wheat), wheat flour, chickpea protein, wheat protein, nutrients extracted from broccoli, spinach, kale, pumpkin, sweet potato, sunflower seed, cranberry, chlorella, maitake mushroom, shiitake mushroom. Contains wheat.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Traditional Quinoa or Lucky Penne Protein Pasta?
Overall, Lucky Penne Protein Pasta 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?
Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has fewer calories: 316 kcal versus 395 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Lucky Penne Protein Pasta has less sugar: 1.8 g versus 2.2 g per 100 g.