Vegan Chickpea Pasta

Vegan Chickpea Pasta is a delightful Greek-inspired dish that combines protein-rich chickpeas with al dente pasta and a medley of fresh vegetables. Tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing, it's a nutritious and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Chickpea pasta - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpea pasta, sautéed tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, sliced olives, and parsley.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
6. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss well to combine.
7. Serve immediately, or let chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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