Chickpea Pasta Puttanesca

Chickpea Pasta Puttanesca is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the goodness of chickpea pasta with a rich, savory tomato sauce, olives, and capers. This healthy twist on a classic Italian recipe is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• Chickpea pasta - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and chopped
• Capers - 2 tablespoons, rinsed
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the canned diced tomatoes to the skillet, stirring well. Simmer for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
4. Stir in the chopped black olives and capers, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
5. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Add the cooked chickpea pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine and heat through.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein and fiber from chickpeas.
• Rich in antioxidants and healthy fats from olive oil and olives.

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