Mediterranean Veggie and Chickpea Pasta Salad – Perfect for Any Occasion!
This Mediterranean Veggie and Chickpea Pasta Salad bursts with vibrant flavors and nutrients. Ideal for your next gathering or a nutritious family dinner!
Mediterranean Veggie and Chickpea Pasta Salad
4
servings15
minutes25
minutes350
kcal45
minutesCrafted by the hands of a culinary master akin to Jamie Oliver, this Mediterranean Veggie and Chickpea Pasta Salad bursts with vibrant flavors and nutrients. Ideal for your next gathering or a nutritious family dinner!
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
1 cup approximately 8 oz fusilli pasta, cooked
1 can around 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 medium zucchini thinly sliced
1 cup grape tomatoes halved
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 red onion finely diced
3 tablespoons olive oil divided for roasting and dressing
Juice of one lemon
2 cloves garlic minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Alternative Ingredients
Replace chickpeas with cannellini beans or cooked lentils
Substitute spinach with arugula or kale
Fusilli can be swapped with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version
Directions
- Vegetable Roasting – Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Toss zucchini and tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange on a baking tray and roast for about 25 minutes until golden and tender.
- Pasta Preparation – While the vegetables are roasting, cook fusilli pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Dressing Mixing – Combine remaining olive oil with lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small jar. Seal and shake vigorously to emulsify.
- Salad Assembly – In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, spinach, and red onion. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Chilling and Serving – Let the salad rest for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs or crumbled feta cheese for added flavor.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- chef’s knife
- nonstick pan
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Potassium: 450mg
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Vitamin A: 520IU
- Vitamin C: 32mg
- Calcium: 75mg
- Iron: 3mg
