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About this item
Highlights
- 13g of protein per serving, which is 5X more than the leading vegan mac & cheese brand.
- 100% GFCO-certified gluten free, vegan, kosher, low GI, non-GMO, and free from all major food allergens as per the FDA.
- 2X more fiber (5g per serving) and 25% fewer net carbs than the leading vegan mac & cheese brand.
- Looks, cooks, and tastes like traditional mac & cheese, making it the perfect choice for even the pickiest eater.
- Whether it's served straight from the box, or doctored up with broccoli or zucchini, this is the perfect healthy mac and cheese to feel good about serving your family in a balanced dinner.
- In addition to 3 vegan mac flavors, Banza's plant-based, gluten-free lineup also includes pasta, pizza, and rice!
Description
You might be thinking, how can a mac be so creamy and dreamy yet so bold… and vegan?! Well the secret sauce in Banza Shells & Vegan Cheddar is made from two unsuspecting veggies: parsnips and potatoes. These root vegetables make a silky, tangy cheese sauce that, when paired with nutrient-dense chickpea noodles, is just waiting to be scooped up by the shell-full. Whether your mac cravings come during lunch, dinner, snack time, or even breakfast, this delicious (and equally healthy!) dairy-free mac with gluten free pasta is sure to do the trick.
Banza’s line-up of high-protein, high fiber, lower carb and gluten-free comfort foods also includes pizza, waffles, pasta and rice.
Banza’s line-up of high-protein, high fiber, lower carb and gluten-free comfort foods also includes pizza, waffles, pasta and rice.
Serving Size: 2.25
Serving Per Container: 2.5
Amount Per Serving In Box:
Calories: 210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.5g4%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 600mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 38g14%
Dietary Fiber 6g21%
Sugars 2g
Added Sugars 0g0%
Protein 13g23%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 70mg6%
Iron 3.6mg20%
Potassium 630mg15%
Magnesium 45mg10%
Phosphorus 150mg10%
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Amount Per Serving As Prepared*:
Calories: 240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 610mg27%
Total Carbohydrate 39g14%
Dietary Fiber 6g21%
Sugars 2g
Added Sugars 0g0%
Protein 14g25%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 70mg6%
Iron 3.8mg20%
Potassium 660mg15%
Magnesium 45mg10%
Phosphorus 150mg10%
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients:
chickpeas, pea starch, tapioca, xanthan gum, sweet potato, coconut oil powder (coconut oil, high oleic sunflower oil, gum acacia), nutritional yeast, sea salt, pumpkin, tapioca, annatto extract, turmeric extract, paprika extract (color), lactic acid, citric acid, paprika, xanthan gum, vegan natural flavor, onion, garlic, 3/4 cup veggies from chickpeas
Contains: Does Not Contain Any of the 9 Major Allergens
State of Readiness: Needs to Be Fully Cooked
Package Quantity: 1
Net weight: 5.5 Ounces
TCIN: 79707956
UPC: 857183005878
Item Number (DPCI): 212-14-0259
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.312 inches length x 3.44 inches width x 7.125 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.34 pounds
Return details
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quality: 3.17 out of 5
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32% would recommend
28 recommendations
Cardboard taste
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
reviewer29 - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
The "cheese sauce" taste like bland cardboard
1 reply from Banza Customer Care team - 2 months ago
Hi there -- We're bummed to hear you didn't love your most recent experience with our vegan cheddar mac. Could you kindly send a quick note to info@eatbanza.com so our team can gather some details and make things right?
Cheese Changed - Tastes Horrible!
1 out of 5 stars
Zachary95 - 2 months ago
originally posted on eatbanza.com
We've bought the Vegan Cheddar shells before. The cheese sauce was just that, a liquid sauce sealed in a pouch. Now the sauce is a powder and the taste is awful! We are returning our remaining boxes to the store for a refund.
1 reply from Banza CX team - 2 months ago
Hi Zachary -- We're bummed to hear you didn't love your most recent experience with our Vegan Cheddar Shells. Could you kindly send a quick note to info@eatbanza.com so our team can gather some details and make things right?
Gross!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Mmm - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
I’ve been making this for my family for a couple years now and this was horrible. I accidentally grabbed the vegan, not realizing it. The sauce is absolutely trash, but even worse the noodles that are supposed to be the same tasted stale. I’ve reached out to the company and I’m awaiting their response as to why this could be.
1 reply from Banza Customer Care team - 3 months ago
Hi there! Sorry to hear about your recent experience with our vegan mac and cheese. If you have not yet received a response to your message, could you please reach out to us at info@eatbanza.com so we can gather more info and make things right? Thanks!
Very disappointing
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Lily - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
This tastes terrible. Noodles are ok but cheese sauce is gross. Does not taste like cheese or even food. Threw it away
Terrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
A - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
This is so disgusting. It tastes terrible. Waste of money and time
1 reply from Banza Customer Care team - 3 months ago
Hi there -- we're bummed to hear about your recent experience with our shells and vegan cheddar - this is definitely not how Banza is supposed to whip up during mealtime. Could you kindly send a quick note to info@eatbanza.com so our team can gather some details and make things right?
Best boxed vegan mac and cheese
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Lavenderp - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
I don’t know what sort of crazy high standards some of the reviewers have here. It’s boxed mac and cheese, and it’s just what you expect. I used to love Kraft mac and cheese before I was dairy-free and this is a fantastic substitute. Easy to make, wholesome ingredients, tasty.
Meh
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Emily - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Not terrible but it needs to come with more cheese powder
Smells terrible!!
1 out of 5 stars
Peepsmom - 6 months ago
originally posted on eatbanza.com
I wanted to like this. I’ve tried several times making it with different vegan butters and milks playing with the amounts I add. It’s awful. I cannot get past the smell. It literally makes me gag. I don’t understand why we can’t have a vegan pasta mix that doesn’t stink and taste like feet. It’s so bad.
Not great, or good even
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
andyheck - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I cooked according to the directions on the box and it came out mushy and the noodles were falling apart. If they had stayed together it would still not be good, flavor leaves a lot to be desired.
TARGETS WRONG INGREDIENTS
3 out of 5 stars
Allergygirl - 9 months ago
INGREDIENTS ONLINE ARE INCORRECT. Fault on Target. Doesn’t say coconut oil in ingredients. On the box says coconut oil powder, and also has sunflower oil. DO NOT GET IF ALLERGIC TO COCONUT
Nope
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Trgetlvr - 10 months ago, Verified purchaser
It’s a no for me. Odd taste.
Best vegan Mac I've tried!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Kiki long - 11 months ago
Taste delicious! Best vegan Mac I've tried!
hardly mac and cheese...just buy daiya
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
heidil - 11 months ago, Verified purchaser
i’ve been gf and dairy free for years. the noodles are very starchy/break apart, but that’s sort of typical for chickpea pasta. the actual cheese portion of the pasta is disgusting and doesn’t even taste like cheese. just buy the daiya or annie’s, you get more for your buck anyways.
Okay
3 out of 5 stars
Js1414 - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Just okay. Shells themselves are good but the cheese is gross
Horrible Taste
1 out of 5 stars
kadonzia - 1 year ago
originally posted on eatbanza.com
I wanted to try something other than Annie’s vegan mac n cheese, but this is just not good. I cant even force myself to eat it.
1 reply from Banza CX team - 1 year ago
Hi, There! While we're thrilled you were interested in getting a taste of Banza Shells & Vegan Cheddar Mac, we're bummed to hear you didn't love your most recent experience. That said, your honest feedback is greatly appreciated as we continue to improve. When you get a moment, could you kindly send a note over to info@eatbanza.com so our team can gather some additional details and make things right?
Wow!!
5 out of 5 stars
Yeya - 2 years ago
originally posted on eatbanza.com
I didn't imagine it would taste so delicious... I loved it!!! Thank you Banza☺️
Favorite!!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Hannah - 2 years ago
I genuinely have no clue why so many people don’t like it. It’s my favorite vegan Mac and cheese, and I’ve tried all of them. My partner who isn’t vegan loves it too. I’m sensitive to textures and I love that this one isn’t goopy or stringy. The sauce tastes great. I don’t even add milk or butter, just water. I love mixing it with chili powder for extra flavor
Not bad
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
JesusSaves - 2 years ago
Not bad! Goodles Vegan Mac tastes the most like the real stuff but this is a close second. Has a nice subtle spice flavor and my toddler even eats this-they’re very picky! I’d say try it for yourself you’ll probably enjoy it
Would not buy again
2 out of 5 stars
Tell it like it is - 2 years ago
Got an off putting taste and texture. Trying it go get more protein in my diet but gonna look elsewhere.
1 reply from Banza Customer Care team - 2 years ago
Hi, There -- While we’re bummed to hear you didn’t love your most recent experience with Banza Shells & Vegan Cheddar Mac, this honest feedback is always welcomed and encouraged as we continue to improve. When you get a moment, could you send a quick note to info@eatbanza.com so we can gather some additional details and make things right?
Not a fan
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Gianna - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
As someone who is not gluten free I tried these and did not enjoy. Try to season to make it better but unfortunately still did not like it.
1 reply from Banza Customer Care team - 2 years ago
Hi, Gianna -- While we’re bummed to hear you didn't love your experience with Banza Shells & Vegan Cheddar Mac, this honest feedback is always welcomed and encouraged. When you get a moment, could you send a quick note to info@eatbanza.com so we can gather some additional details and make things right?