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Chickpea Pasta Salad

Creamy Chickpea Pasta Salad with Zesty Tahini Twist

This Chickpea Pasta Salad features a creamy tahini dressing, crunchy veggies, and protein-packed chickpeas, perfect for any summer meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Gluten-free, Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Orecchiette or baby shells Choose pasta that holds dressing well.
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drain and rinse before use.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Chopped.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Nutty richness.
  • 1/2 cup Plant-Based Yogurt Unsweetened is best.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Chopped or dried.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • large pot
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread chickpeas on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with onion powder and salt, then roast for 20-25 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes), then drain and toss with olive oil.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, plant-based yogurt, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, dill, and any spices. Add water gradually until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a large serving bowl, combine cooked pasta, chopped cucumber, and diced tomatoes, then fold in roasted chickpeas. Pour dressing over and toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days. Add water to thinned dressing if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, store the dressing separately if making ahead. Add water to restore consistency after refrigeration.

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