Best 7 Chickpea On Chickpea Pasta Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance with aromas, and textures create a symphony on your palate. In this article, we embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for a tantalizing chickpea on chickpea pasta salad, a dish that embodies the perfect balance between health and indulgence. We'll explore a world of ingredients, techniques, and culinary secrets to help you create a salad that not only satisfies your appetite but also nourishes your body and soul.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA PASTA SALAD



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This vegetarian chickpea pasta salad is loaded with grape tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, and fresh basil and dressed with a garlicky lemon vinaigrette. It's the perfect picnic, cookout, or meal prep pasta salad!

Provided by Marisa Moore

Categories     Appetizer     Salad     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ lb. chickpea pasta (I used rotini)
2 cups diced cucumber (seeds removed)
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
½ cup sliced black olives
½ cup thin red onion slices (a small red onion)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
handful fresh basil, torn or shredded
1 large lemon, juiced
3 tbsp white wine vinegar
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp coarse salt
2 tsp raw sugar

Steps:

  • Cook the chickpea pasta according to package directions, in salted water. Allow to cool slightly. Toss with a little oil to prevent sticking if needed.
  • Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. Add all vinaigrette ingredients to a mason jar with a lid and shake until blended or whisk in a medium bowl.
  • Assemble the salad. Add the warm chickpea pasta, vegetables, and feta to a large mixing bowl. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Top with the torn basil. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 448 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PASTA CHICKPEA SALAD



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This recipe was my grandmother's, brought over from Italy many years ago. It was always one of my favorites. Thanks Norna.

Provided by Anita Hughes

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 14h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package rotelle pasta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ cup chopped oil-cured olives
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
¼ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside to chill.
  • In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium low heat. Add the olives, oregano, parsley, scallions and chickpeas. Cook over low for about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl toss the pasta with the chickpea mixture. Ad the vinegar, grated cheese and salt and pepper to taste. Let sit in refrigerator overnight. When ready to serve taste for seasoning and add more vinegar, olive oil and salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 484.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CHICKPEA PASTA SALAD



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Easy and tasty chickpea pasta salad recipe

Provided by Joy Shull

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons lemon juice (around 1 large lemon)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
16 oz whole wheat pasta shells
1/2 cup diced red onion
3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 can of chickpeas, drained

Steps:

  • Cook pasta to al dente and drain. Immediately rinse with cold water, strain, and place in a large bowl
  • Add the red onion, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, feta, and chickpeas to the pasta
  • Shake all ingredients for dressing until well combined, then pour over the pasta salad
  • Stir well to combine
  • Serve fresh

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 22 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 12 grams fat, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 417 milligrams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat

CHICKPEA-ON-CHICKPEA PASTA SALAD



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Chickpea fusilli is tossed with marinated vegetables and cheese then dressed in a fresh herb pesto to create a hearty pasta salad to serve at your next potluck. The oils and vinegar in the marinated ingredients helps create a savory dressing. This vegetarian meal can also be served in small quantities for a fun appetizer at your next get-together.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (6.5 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, 1 tablespoon liquid reserved
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, 1 tablespoon liquid reserved
½ (12 ounce) jar marinated eggplant strips, 1 tablespoon liquid reserved
1 (3.25 ounce) container pickled Greek pepperoncini, 1 tablespoon liquid reserved
2 cups chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup goat cheese marinated in olive oil, drained
1 cup pitted kalamata olives, drained
½ cup red onion, diced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons ground saffron
⅛ cup fresh lemon balm
⅛ cup fresh basil leaves
⅛ cup fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
⅛ cup pine nuts
1 (10.5 ounce) package chickpea fusilli
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, eggplants, and pepperoncini into bite-sized pieces. Place cut vegetables in a large bowl. Add chickpeas, goat cheese, olives, and onion.
  • Whisk olive oil and saffron together in a small bowl. Add the reserved liquids from the peppers, tomatoes, eggplant, and pepperoncini.
  • Grind lemon balm, basil, parsley, and thyme in a mortar until coarse. Add pine nuts and grind into a chunky paste. Whisk the saffron-oil mixture until combined; pour over the vegetable-cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fusilli, stir once, and boil until just tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil; do not rinse. Spread pasta into a single layer on a large baking sheet and let cool, at least 20 minutes.
  • Add cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture. Gently toss to coat. Be careful not to stir the pasta as it might fall apart.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 72.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 638.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CHICKPEA PASTA SALAD



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This is a different and very tasty salad. I have even added cooked chicken or beef to the mixture. Prep time does not include boiling the pasta and cooking time is chilling time. Adjust all amounts to taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Beans

Time 12m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces uncooked spinach rotini pasta or 4 ounces fusilli
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, and drained
1/3 cup finely chopped carrot, to taste
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 green onions with tops, sliced
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise, to taste (Hellman's is best)
2 -4 teaspoons prepared whole grain mustard
salt or seasoning salt, to taste
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling water until firm-tender drain, and rinse under cold water until cool; drain again well.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chick-peas, carrot, bell pepper and green onions.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mayo, mustard, black pepper, salt and Italian seasoning until well blended (adding more spices to taste); pour over the salad; toss to coat evenly.
  • Cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours to blend flavors.

PASTA AND CHICKPEA SALAD



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From Australian BH&G Diabetic Living and their lunchbox special. NOTE - this dish can be made the night before and kept in an airtight container ready to go.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

25 g pasta (dried 1/2 cup)
125 g chickpeas (rinsced and drained)
125 g corn kernels (rinsed and drained)
1 lebanese cucumber (small chopped)
1/4 red capsicum (chopped)
1 tablespoon pesto sauce (tomato)
1 tablespoon parsley (chopped fresh)
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a small saucepan of boiling water following the packet directions and then drain and rinse under cold water and then drain well and transfer to an airtight container.
  • Add chickpeas, corn, cucumber, capsicum, pesto and parsley to the pasta and season with pepper and toss the combine.

CHICKPEA SALAD SANDWICH RECIPE BY TASTY



Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chickpeas, red onion, red bell pepper, vegan mayonnaise, dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, fresh dill, leafy green, bread

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 oz chickpeas, 1 can, drained and rinsed
¼ cup red onion, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
½ teaspoon dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
leafy green, to serve
bread, sliced, to serve

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, add chickpeas and mash with potato masher until a chunky texture is reached.
  • Add the red onion, red pepper, vegan mayo, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dill, and stir until well combined.
  • Store chickpea salad in refrigerator for up to five days. To assemble sandwich, spread mixture onto bread and top with leafy greens of choice.
  • Wrap in parchment paper and secure with rubber band.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 9 grams

Tips:

  • Cook the pasta al dente: This will help it retain its shape and texture in the salad.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the salad.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way.
  • Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad with a side of crusty bread or crackers: This will help to soak up the dressing.

Conclusion:

Chickpea on Chickpea Pasta Salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is also a good source of healthy fats. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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