Tired of plain old pasta? Give one of these healthy pasta alternatives a whirl.
By Liz Kennedy, Reader's Digest
Spaghetti Squash
Scrape out the spaghetti-like strands from this squash and top with your favorite sauce. This is one of those pasta alternatives that looks and tastes just like the real deal!
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Zucchini
Shredded, julienned, or cut into ribbons with a peeler, this low-cal alternative will give you a huge veggie boost when topped with tomato sauce.
Soba Noodles
Say hello to your new favorite pasta alternatives: These Japanese noodles are packed with fiber and protein and have a nuttier taste than traditional pasta.
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Shirataki Noodles
These noodles are primarily made of fiber and contain virtually no fat or calories. They come in a package of liquid and are usually sold in the produce section alongside tofu. The only cooking required is draining the liquid and rinsing them off!
Quinoa
Though it’s not shaped like pasta, this ancient grain can be a great pasta alternative, especially if you are looking to increase your protein—1 cup has 32 grams!
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Brown Rice Pasta
A great source of protein and magnesium, brown rice pasta is one of the pasta alternatives for people who are gluten-free to get their pasta fix.
