Pasta with chickpea sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Chickpeas are a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, and they make a creamy and flavorful sauce when blended with other ingredients. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making pasta with chickpea sauce, as well as some tips for customizing the dish to your liking.
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PASTA WITH CHICKPEA SAUCE
Onions, carrots, and garlic cook in olive oil until buttery soft, then get blended with chickpeas and water to form a deeply savory puree that coats pasta beautifully. It's a satisfying dish that just happens to be vegan. Try to let the blender run for a minute or two when pureeing the ingredients; the smoother the sauce, the better the dish. A flourish of fresh herbs at the end brightens and freshens the dish; you can use all parsley or all basil if you don't have both on hand.
Provided by Ann Taylor Pittman
Yield Serves 4 (serving size: about 1 cup)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium.
- Add onion, carrot, and minced garlic; cook 8 minutes.
- Place onion mixture, chickpeas, water, salt, and pepper in a blender; process until smooth.
- Toss with hot cooked penne; sprinkle with parsley and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 0.0 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 532 mg, Sugar 4 g
PASTA WITH CHICKPEA SAUCE
This recipe was adapted from a recipe in Jane Brody's "Good Food Book." I made some changes and additions to make it more in keeping with a Nutritarian eating style. This is good with or without the pasta. You can reduce prep time by using jarred garlic, frozen onions and mushrooms.
Provided by Anne Sainz
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In blender or food processor, puree one can of chickpeas with its liquid. Add second can of chickpeas, tomatoes, spinach, rosemary, parsley and pepper and set aside.
- Prepare garlic, onion and mushrooms and set aside.
- In a large saucepan (at least 3 quarts) add garlic, onion, mushrooms and cook until soft. Add small amounts of water as needed to prevent sticking.
- Start water for pasta.
- Add puree mixture, stirring it often and cook about 5 minutes.
- Begin cooking pasta according to package directions.
- While pasta is cooking, continue cooking puree mixture until it has thickened, about 10 minutes more.
- Toss sauce with cooked rotini and serve.
PASTA WITH CHICKPEA SAUCE
This sauce is so rich and satisfying that you forget that it is vegetarian and quite healthy. I use homemade pappardelle, but any wide noodle or even lasagna noodles or any pasta of your choice will work just fine. With a salad and bread and wine and cheese, it's a lovely meal. Feel free to add more garlic and more chili pepper if you like.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Beans
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place all but 1/4 cup of the chickpeas in a food processor or blender, add one cup of water and process until smooth.
- Heat the olive oil with the chili pepper and the garlic in a one quart saucepan.
- Add the onion, parsley, basil and bay leaf; cook, stirring, about five minutes over medium heat.
- Add the whole chickpeas, tomatoes, salt and pepper; bring to a boil and simmer over low heat, covered, for thirty minutes, stirring at least every ten minutes.
- Add water if liquid reduces too much.
- Discard the bay leaf.
- When ready to serve, transfer the hot chickpea sauce to a heated bowl large enough to comfortably hold all the pasta.
- Dilute the sauce with 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water and fold in pasta.
- Serve and pass parmigiana and the grater.
SPAGHETTI WITH CHICKPEA RED SAUCE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the EVOO in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add the rosemary, garlic, chiles, onions and some salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Add the tomato paste, stir 1 minute, and then add the wine. To a food processor, add half of the chickpeas and the stock, and pulse into a fine chop but not a puree. Add the chickpea mixture to the sauce. Add in the tomatoes, breaking them up a little and add the remaining whole chickpeas. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook to thicken the sauce, about 20 minutes. Turn off and cool, then store for a make-ahead meal.
- Reheat the sauce over medium heat, partially covered, adding a little stock or pasta water to thin, if necessary.
- To serve, bring a pot of water to a boil for the pasta. Salt the water, and cook the pasta to al dente. Remove 1/2 cup of the starchy cooking water and add to the sauce, if necessary. Strain the pasta and add to the sauce. Toss to combine for 1 full minute. Serve the pasta in shallow bowls topped with cheese and parsley.
LEMONY PASTA WITH CHICKPEAS AND PARSLEY
You can used either canned or home-cooked chickpeas in this take on the classic Italian dish pasta con ceci, which is an excellent, nutritious, quick-cooking dinner. But even more appealing is the way the soft earthiness of the chickpeas plays off the al dente pasta, coating it like a rich sauce but without a lot of fat. The whole dish is zipped up with some lemon, garlic and red pepper flakes.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, for two, quick, weekday, pastas, main course
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add fusilli and cook until it is just shy of al dente. (It should be slightly underdone to your taste because you'll finish cooking it in the sauce.) Drain well.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the chickpea sauce: Place chickpeas in a large bowl and use a potato masher or a fork to lightly mash them; they should be about half-crushed.
- Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add garlic cloves and fry until they are golden brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in onions, rosemary, red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, about 10 minutes. Then stir in chickpeas and the cooking liquid, stock or water. Bring to a simmer and cook gently until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in pasta and parsley, and cook until the pasta has finished cooking and is coated in the sauce, 1 to 2 minutes. Quickly toss in cheese, butter, lemon zest, black pepper to taste and salt if needed. Drizzle with olive oil and shower with additional cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1235, UnsaturatedFat 32 grams, Carbohydrate 152 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 23 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 1299 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PASTA WITH CHICKPEA-TOMATO SAUCE
Garlic and red-pepper flakes give this protein- and fiber-rich pasta dish a kick.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add garlic and red-pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds (do not brown). Add chickpeas, season with salt, and cook 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, and cook until sauce has reduced slightly, 20 minutes. Add basil, and cook 5 minutes more. Remove basil.
- While sauce is cooking, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente; drain pasta, and return to pot.
- Add sauce to pasta, and toss. Serve with Parmesan, and garnish with torn basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 594 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 15 g, Protein 26 g
CREAMY CHICKPEA PASTA WITH SPINACH AND ROSEMARY
Luxurious and hearty, cheap and easy, this vegetarian pasta uses mostly pantry staples, requiring just a few fresh ingredients, like baby spinach, rosemary and heavy cream. Canned chickpeas form the foundation of the dish: They're cooked until crisp and caramelized. Half are then saved as a garnish, while the rest are simmered until they break down and thicken the sauce. You can swap out your greens or beans, and if you want to experiment with flavor, raid your spice cabinet: Ground coriander, toasted fennel seeds, coarsely crumbled pink peppercorns or a sprinkle of smoked paprika perk up the dish.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high.
- In a wide, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the chickpeas, rosemary and Aleppo pepper, if using. Season generously with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas start to caramelize at their edges and pop, 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer about half the chickpeas to a bowl. Reserve for garnish.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the shallots and garlic to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shallots are softened, about 3 minutes. Add the heavy cream and cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat, stir in the spinach and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and reduce the heat to medium. Cook the pasta until a couple minutes short of al dente according to package instructions, about 5 minutes. Do not drain the pasta, but using tongs, transfer the pasta directly from the pot to the spinach and cream sauce. Add 1 cup pasta cooking water and the Parmesan, and cook over medium-high, stirring vigorously with the tongs, until the sauce is thickened and the noodles are al dente, about 2 minutes. Add a splash of pasta water to loosen sauce, if needed.
- Transfer to bowls, and top with reserved chickpeas, rosemary and black pepper. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges for squeezing on top.
Tips:
- Use dried chickpeas: Soaking and cooking dried chickpeas is a more economical and flavorful option compared to canned chickpeas.
- Save time with canned chickpeas: If you're short on time, canned chickpeas are a convenient alternative, but be sure to rinse them thoroughly before using.
- Roast the chickpeas: Roasting chickpeas intensifies their flavor and adds a nutty crunch. To roast chickpeas, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast at 400°F for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Use a food processor or blender: A food processor or blender makes quick work of pureeing the chickpeas and creating a smooth sauce. If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher.
- Add your favorite vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Try adding chopped carrots, celery, zucchini, or spinach to the sauce.
- Serve with your favorite pasta: This sauce is versatile and can be served with any type of pasta. Try it with spaghetti, penne, or fusilli.
Conclusion:
Pasta with Chickpea Sauce is a delicious, healthy, and affordable meal that can be easily customized to your liking. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and chickpeas, and it's a perfect Meatless Monday meal. Experiment with different herbs, spices, and vegetables to create your own unique variations of this tasty dish.
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