Chickpea Spirelli

The subtle, nutty chickpea taste, the fast preparation and the firm bite make Chickpea Spirelli a perfect alternative to cereal-based pasta. This pasta is characterised by its high protein content. The chickpea spirelli have a low carbohydrate content making them suitable for a low carb diet. They are also perfect for those favoring a gluten-free nutrition.

Ingredients
ground chickpeas*
* = ingredients from organic farming
** = from biodynamic agriculture

Characteristics
gluten-free

Usage
The low carb alternative to all pasta dishes.

Preparation Instructions
For 100 g noodles boil 1 L of water with a pinch of salt. Add noodles into the boiling water and stir carefully also while the noodles are cooking. Drain noodles and serve on pre-heated plates. Cooking time: 4 minutes. Hint for best pasta al dente: after cooking, add 1 tsp Rapunzel olive oil and 1 tsp Rapunzel white wine vinegar per 100g pasta.

Additional information, nutritional values, vitamins & minerals, allergens

Additional information

Preparation
The RAPUNZEL Pasta Speziale is made from 100% ground chickpeas. Water is added to the ground legumes. The resulting dough is pressed into the respective pasta shape and subsequently dried.

Produced in
Germany

Country of origin
EU agriculture

Origin of the main ingredients
Various countries

Quality
EU Bio-Logo

Storage advice
Store in a cool and dry place.

Legal name of the food product
Chickpea Spirelli

Nutritional values

referred to 100g

Calorific value		1537 kJ / 365 kcal
Fat		6,10 g
of which saturates		1,60 g
Carbohydrates		51,00 g
Sugar		2,30 g
Dietary fiber		8,7 g
Protein		22,00 g
Salt		< 0,010 g

Vitamins & Minerals

related to 100g (% of reference values)

Thiamine (Vitamin B1)		0,36 mg
Vitamin B6		0,51 mg
Iron		4,61 mg
Folic acid		390,0 µg
Zinc		3,50 mg

Allergens

Eggs and products thereof		Possible in traces
Peanuts and products thereof		not contained
Fish and products thereof		not contained
Cereals containing gluten or cereal products		not contained
Crustaceans and products thereof		not contained
Milk and products thereof including lactose		not contained
Lupins and products thereof		not contained
Nuts and products thereof		not contained
Celery and products thereof		not contained
Mustard and products thereof		not contained
Sesame seeds and products thereof		not contained
Soy and products thereof		Possible in traces
Sulfur dioxide or sulfites (more than 10mg/kg or 10 mg/l SO2)		no
Molluscs and products thereof		not contained

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FAQ

FAQ about Chickpea Spirelli

What are the advantages of legume pasta compared to cereal pasta?

In contrast to wheat pasta, pulses are gluten-free and rich in vegetable protein. The particularly short cooking time of 7 - 9 minutes makes it even quicker to prepare than cereal pasta. The typical taste of pulses is also retained in the pasta.

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Do legume noodles contain the same high-quality nutrients as pure legumes?

Legume pasta contains chickpeas, lentils or buckwheat. They are finely ground and kneaded into a dough with a little water. The nutrients of the respective pulses are largely retained during production.

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What is the consistency of Rapunzel legume pasta?

Rapunzel legume noodles are wonderfully firm to the bite and do not fall apart during cooking. It is important to adhere to the cooking time on the packaging. As in traditional Italian cuisine, the bite test during the cooking process helps to determine the perfect cooking time.

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How are legume noodles used?