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Chickpea Pasta Salad

Creamy Chickpea Pasta Salad with Zesty Lemon Twist

This Chickpea Pasta Salad is a vibrant mix of creamy and crunchy textures, perfect for meal prep or casual get-togethers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz pasta (Orecchiette or baby shells) Choose a shape that holds dressing well.
For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can canned chickpeas Rinsed and drained.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp tahini High-quality or substitute with cashew butter.
  • 1 cup plant-based yogurt Plain, unsweetened, like cashew-based.
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar Or replace with white/red wine vinegar.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp dill Fresh preferred.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup cucumber Chopped.
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes Halved.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup seasonal vegetables Like bell peppers or snap peas.
  • 0.5 cup olives or sun-dried tomatoes Sliced or chopped.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chickpea Pasta Salad
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet. Drain and rinse chickpeas, dry them, toss with olive oil, salt, and seasonings, and roast for 25–30 minutes until crispy.
  2. While chickpeas are roasting, boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Drain and toss with olive oil.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, plant-based yogurt, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and dill. Gradually add water until dressing is smooth and creamy.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Fold in the roasted chickpeas and mix gently.
  5. Pour dressing over salad, tossing until everything is well-coated. Let sit for 10 minutes if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, do so without dressing for up to 1 month.

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