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Chickpea Pasta Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing

Chickpea Pasta Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing Bliss

Chickpea Pasta Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing is a vibrant, nutritious dish perfect for gatherings and weeknight meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Orecchiette or baby shells Use for best dressing adherence
  • 1 can Chickpeas Canned, drained and rinsed
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Can substitute with cashew or sunflower seed butter
  • 1/4 cup Plain unsweetened plant-based yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Fresh juice preferred
  • 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar Can substitute with white or red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Dill Fresh dill preferred, but dried can be used
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Drain and rinse one can of chickpeas, pat them dry, toss with olive oil, onion powder, and salt. Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and return to the pot, drizzling with olive oil.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Gradually add water to reach desired consistency.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, roasted chickpeas, cucumber, and tomatoes. Pour dressing over and toss until well-coated.
  5. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate for up to three days. If dressing thickens, stir in water to loosen.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added texture, mix in seasonal vegetables such as bell peppers or radishes.

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