Chickpea & Pasta Salad Recipe ๐ฅ
Overview:
Name: Chickpea & Pasta Salad
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Description: This recipe is a delightful addition to your buffet spread or perfect for serving at your next BBQ. The tanginess of the red wine vinegar paired with garlic, complemented by the earthiness of fresh rosemary, and the freshness of Italian parsley, all tossed with hearty chickpeas and pasta, creates a wholesome dish. Top it off with some crumbled feta cheese for an extra burst of flavor!
Recipe Category: Low Cholesterol
Keywords: Healthy, Quick & Easy (< 30 Mins)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Red wine vinegar | 1/4 cup |
| Garlic clove | 1-2 cloves |
| Olive oil | 3 tbsp |
| Fresh rosemary | 4 sprigs |
| Dried rosemary | 3/4 tsp |
| Italian parsley | 2 tbsp (chopped) |
| Chickpeas | 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed |
| Salt | To taste |
| Fresh ground pepper | To taste |
| Penne pasta | 8 oz |
| Feta cheese | Crumbled, for serving (optional) |
Instructions:
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Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar and minced garlic cloves until well combined. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to whisk until emulsified.
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Add Herbs: Stir in the fresh rosemary leaves (removed from the sprigs and finely chopped), along with the chopped Italian parsley, to the dressing mixture. Toss well to coat.
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Combine with Chickpeas: Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the dressing mixture. Gently toss until the chickpeas are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Season: Season the chickpea mixture with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Mix well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
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Marinate: Allow the chickpea mixture to marinate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Cook Pasta: In the meantime, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until it’s just tender. Drain the cooked pasta and set it aside.
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Combine Ingredients: Once the pasta is cooked and drained, add it to the marinated chickpea mixture. Gently toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the dressing.
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Add Feta Cheese: If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad just before serving for an extra burst of flavor and creaminess.
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Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more vinegar, olive oil, salt, or pepper according to your preference.
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Serve: This Chickpea & Pasta Salad can be served warm or at room temperature. Serve it as a side dish at your next BBQ or as a refreshing addition to your buffet table.
Enjoy your flavorful and healthy Chickpea & Pasta Salad! ๐ฟ๐
