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Pasta Salad with Chickpeas

Delicious Pasta Salad with Chickpeas for a Fresh Summer Bite

This Pasta Salad with Chickpeas features a vibrant mix of Mediterranean flavors perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 cups Rotini Pasta or any short pasta shape
  • 1 medium Green Pepper diced
  • 1 medium Cucumber sliced into half-moons
  • 1 small Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives or green olives
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini smooth variety
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano dried or fresh
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, toss the rinsed chickpeas with fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Roast for 20-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
  2. Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions for al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside to cool.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix tahini, red wine vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Prepare vegetables by dicing green pepper, slicing cucumber, thinly slicing red onion, halving cherry tomatoes, and chopping parsley.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with half of the dressing, then add roasted chickpeas and vegetables. Drizzle remaining dressing and toss gently.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse pasta well to prevent sticking. Season chickpeas generously for better flavor. Chill salad for enhanced taste. Adjust dressing if needed before serving. Use fresh ingredients for best results.

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