Some of us aren't the type to seek out gluten-free alternatives, especially when it comes to pasta.But Banza's noodles are a pleasant surprise to any pasta lover.The noodles are made with chickpeas and pea protein.This makes them higher in protein and fiber and lower in carbs than pasta made with flour.And at first glance, the uncooked pasta looks like any other dry pasta.It's available in all kinds of traditional shapes, from penne to rotini, and it requires about the same effort to cook. .Just add the dry pasta to a pot of boiling salted water and let it cook for a few minutes before straining it in a colander.When they're done, you can pile the sturdy noodles with any sauce or toppings you like