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Protein+ Related Questions
Why did you change the formula?
Consumers today are increasingly looking for plant-based products. Barilla identified a delicious new recipe that provides the taste of classic semolina pasta powered by 100% plant protein.
Does the pasta still contain the same amount of protein?
New & Improved Barilla Protein+™ remains a Good Source of Protein with the same amount of protein/serving (10g/2oz serving) as before.
Is the New & Improved Protein+™ pasta still a good source of fiber?
Yes, the New & Improved Protein+™ pasta is still a good source of fiber with 4g of fiber/ 2oz serving.
Is the New & Improved Protein+™ pasta Non-GMO project certified?
Yes, the New & Improved Protein+™ pasta is Non-GMO project certified.
What is golden wheat?
Golden wheat is the color used to describe traditional wheat.
How much protein is in the pasta?
New & Improved Barilla Protein+™ is a Good Source of Protein with 10g of protein/2oz serving.
Since the egg has been removed, what ingredient has replaced the protein?
The protein in the new & Improved Barilla Protein+™ is sourced entirely from plant protein, including golden wheat, lentils, chickpeas and peas.
Is the protein in the new Protein+™ pasta a complete protein?
Yes, the protein in the new & improved Barilla Protein+™ pasta is a complete protein.
Can you taste the chickpeas/peas/lentils in the new Protein+™ pasta? What does it taste like?
New & Improved Barilla Protein+™ has the taste of classic semolina pasta while offering the benefit of 10g of plant-based protein per serving.
What is the shelf life/how long is the product good for?
All of our Barilla products feature a Best By Date on the packaging. Please refer to this date to determine how long to keep the product.
When did the new Protein+™ pasta come out?
Barilla began producing the new Protein+™ pasta in May 2019.
When can I find the New & Improved Protein+™ pasta at my grocery store?
You can expect to find the New & Improved Protein+™ pasta at your favorite store beginning in June. You can also find our delicious pasta at a variety of online retailers.
Are all of my favorite pasta shapes/cuts still available?
Yes, all 7 of your favorite Protein+™ varieties are available: Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Thin Spaghetti, Farafalle, Penne, Elbows, and Rotini
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