The great news is that these types, being healthier and made with lighter options, do not put the figure you want at risk.
Three based on "Quinoa," which is made from this pseudocereal to produce flour and subsequently create a pasta with a delicate texture and mild flavor. Although its popularity is not very high, sales are growing exponentially, giving it more visibility in the market. Compared to the calories in traditional pasta, quinoa pasta has much fewer calories, totaling only 291 kcal, whereas spaghetti has around 370 kcal.
On the other hand, there is "whole wheat" pasta, which is made from whole cereal grains, providing a higher fiber content—almost double that of conventional pasta. Although it only has about 10 kcal less than wheat flour pasta, it offers greater digestive benefits.
To finish, we have the delicious "spelt" pasta, highly valued not only for its high gluten and protein content but also because in ancient times it was exclusively consumed by wealthy people. Today, it is a common food and more affordable. It’s worth noting that this rich pasta, made from a wheat subspecies, is one of the lowest in calories, with 336 kcal compared to the 370 kcal of conventional pasta.
Among so many varieties, it’s difficult to decide, but what is certain is that you will now have more options when choosing your pastas and preparing healthier dishes without giving them up.
