Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of an Easy Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas, a perfect dish for any gathering or a quick weeknight meal. This salad is not only colorful and appetizing but also brimming with nutritious ingredients like protein-packed chickpeas and fresh vegetables. The creamy tahini dressing adds a tangy twist that elevates every bite, making it both satisfying and refreshing. Perfect as a main dish, side, or meal prep option, this pasta salad allows for customization to suit your preferences. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature, and watch it become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups chickpeas
- 16 oz pasta (e.g., Barilla rotini)
- 1 green pepper
- 1 cucumber
- 1 red onion
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 3/4 cup vinegar (red apple vinegar)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 2.5 tbsp lemon juice
- 2.5 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat chickpeas dry and toss them with lemon juice, zest, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes until golden.
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
- Whisk together tahini, vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Prepare vegetables: dice green pepper, slice cucumber and onion thinly, halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta and half the dressing. Add roasted chickpeas and all veggies; drizzle remaining dressing over top. Toss gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg