High Risk · Confidence 98%

Can coeliacs eat wholewheat pasta?

Wholewheat pasta is made from wheat flour and contains gluten.

Quick answer

Wholewheat pasta is made from wheat and contains gluten.

Why it matters

Wholewheat pasta is made from wheat and contains gluten.

Ingredients to watch

• wholemeal pasta
• whole grain pasta

Common gluten source: Wheat

Cross-contamination

Shared cooking water and utensils in restaurants.

Restaurant & dining advice

May be offered as a healthier option but is not gluten-free.

Shopping in Australia

Check labels — wholegrain does not mean gluten-free.

Safer alternatives

Gluten-free pasta labelled and certified where possible.

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