Chickpea Pasta Salad
Ingredients List
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1 (16 ounce) package rotelle pasta
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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½ cup chopped oil-cured olives
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2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 bunch green onions, chopped
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1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
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¼ cup red wine vinegar
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook until al dente, about 9 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
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While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add olives, oregano, parsley, green onions, and chickpeas. Lower the heat and cook for about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
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Transfer the chickpea mixture to a large bowl. Add the pasta and toss together. Stir in vinegar, grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
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When ready to serve, taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more vinegar, olive oil, salt, or pepper as needed.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 424 | Calories |
| 10g | Fat |
| 69g | Carbs |
| 16g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 424 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 10g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 11% |
| Cholesterol 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium 485mg | 21% |
| Total Carbohydrate 69g | 25% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 16g | 31% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 13% |
| Calcium 139mg | 11% |
| Iron 4mg | 19% |
| Potassium 356mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5