High Risk · Confidence 98%

Can coeliacs eat white pasta?

Traditional pasta is usually made from wheat and is not suitable for a gluten-free diet.

Quick answer

Traditional pasta is usually made from wheat and is not suitable for a gluten-free diet.

Why it matters

Traditional pasta is made from wheat flour.

Ingredients to watch

• spaghetti
• macaroni
• noodles
• penne
• fettuccine

Common gluten source: Wheat flour

Cross-contamination

Restaurant pasta may be cooked in shared water with wheat pasta.

Restaurant & dining advice

Pasta water and shared pots may cause cross-contact.

Shopping in Australia

Choose pasta labelled gluten-free (rice, corn, or legume-based).

Safer alternatives

Rice pasta, corn pasta, or legume pasta labelled gluten-free.

Evidence source: Coeliac Australia food-risk guidance · Region: AU