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Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas

Vibrant Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas for Ultimate Freshness

This Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas is a wholesome dish packed with protein and fresh vegetables, perfect for meal prep and gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta uncooked
  • 1 medium Green Pepper diced
  • 1 medium Cucumber sliced thin
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion chopped
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest optional
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Oregano dried or fresh
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard

Equipment

  • Oven
  • pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat canned chickpeas dry and toss with lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–30 minutes until golden brown.
    Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
    Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, red wine vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
    Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
  4. Dice the green pepper, slice the cucumber thinly, chop the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the parsley. Combine in a large bowl.
    Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
  5. Add the cooled pasta and half of the tahini dressing to the vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine.
    Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
  6. Fold in the roasted chickpeas and drizzle with remaining dressing. Toss to combine thoroughly.
    Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
    Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chickpeas should be patted dry before roasting for optimal crispiness. Adjust the dressing to taste for brightness or sweetness. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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