Delicious Pasta Alternatives That Won't Ruin Your Bikini Bod

Now that summer is here, we have moved on from spaghetti nights, but now comes pasta salad season! Nothing beats lounging by the pool with a delicious bowl of greek pasta salad! It’s refreshing, delicious, but then there’s the pasta calories and gluten…

Good news is, you can keep that bikini you worked so hard for by eating pasta alternatives. We’re quick to think that pasta alternatives just aren’t the same, but we taste tested 5 alternatives that were so delicious, and just as satisfying as real pasta. These particular alternatives even taste better! They’re all made with clean ingredients, no gluten, and a lot less calories. Shop these pastas below, and indulge on that pasta salad this summer!

Modern Table Meals Lentil Penne

 
Lentil Penne by Modern Table, $4

Lentil Penne by Modern Table, $4

 

Not only is this pasta delicious, but it is loaded with protein thanks to its lentil base. It has also has no artificial preservatives! Shop it here.

Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi

 
Cauliflower Gnocchi by Trader Joes, via TJ

Cauliflower Gnocchi by Trader Joes, via TJ

 

Yes, Gnocchi is a type of pasta. This is such a delicious option for dinner on-the-go! It has a great taste, and it’s very low in calories. Plus, you get the warm and buttery taste of cauliflower. What could be better! Shop it here.

Banza Chickpea Pasta

 
Banza Pasta via Target

Banza Pasta via Target

 

Banza pasta is made out of Chickpeas and it’s so good! Perfect for pasta salads! Shop it here.

Ancient Harvest Gluten-Free Pasta

 
Ancient Harvest Penne via Mercato

Ancient Harvest Penne via Mercato

 

The blend of this pasta is tastebud perfection! It contains corn, brown rice, and quinoa. We love this pasta especially for penne vodka! Shop it here.

Jovial Organic Grain-Free Cassava Fussili Pasta

 
Jovial Grain Free Cassava Fusilli via Thrive

Jovial Grain Free Cassava Fusilli via Thrive

 

This pasta is completely gluten free. It’s made out of cassava (also known as yucca). It’s a great choice for gourmet Mac n cheese! Shop it here.

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