LEMONY FUSILLI WITH CHICKPEAS, RAISINS AND SPINACH

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LEMONY FUSILLI WITH CHICKPEAS, RAISINS AND SPINACH image

Categories     Pasta

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups uncooked whole-wheat fusilli
2 lemons
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
1/4 tsp salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 c. golden raisins
1 15 oz can chickpeas (garbanzo) rinsed and drained
1 6 oz package fresh baby spinach
1/4 c. shredded fontina cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta 2. While pasta cooks, grate and squeeze juice from lemon to measure 4 teaspoons rind and 1/4 c. juice. Combine rind, juice, olive oil, and next three ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add raisins, chickpeas, and spinach and toss well. 3. Drain pasta and immediately add to spinach mixture tossing until the spinach wilts. Sprinkle with fontina cheese and serve immediately.

Hari Dura
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own variations. I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a sprinkle of feta cheese. It was a hit with my family!


Rashida Raouf
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, so I omitted them from the recipe. The dish was still delicious without them. I also added a handful of chopped walnuts for some extra crunch.


Nida Kabir
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The only thing I would change is to add a little bit of red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.


Diljam Ali
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This dish is a great option for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The spinach wilts down perfectly and adds a nice pop of color to the dish.


Tresor Iradukunda
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I had some leftover spinach, chickpeas, and raisins, so I decided to give this recipe a try. It turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Jazzy Winslow
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The tangy lemon, the sweet raisins, and the nutty chickpeas all come together perfectly. It's a dish that I'll definitely be making again and again.


Rebecca Johnson
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet raisins and the tangy lemon sauce. They didn't even realize they were eating spinach!


Obi Chukwudi Abraham
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This dish is a great make-ahead meal. I simply cooked the pasta and sauce ahead of time and then reheated it when I was ready to serve. It was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight.


Thandicsa Ross
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook with chickpeas. This recipe is a great way to change things up. The chickpeas add a nice protein boost to the dish, and they also help to thicken the sauce.


Oluwatosin Zainab Yusuf-Akinyemi
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. I simply shredded some chicken and added it to the sauce. It was a delicious and easy way to make a meal.


Lin gold
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of pasta you like, and you can also add or omit ingredients depending on your preferences. I'm already planning on making it again with some whole wheat pasta and a different type of green


Yasin Yosefi
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own variations. I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a sprinkle of feta cheese. It was a hit with my family!


Tusif Ahmed Asad
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, so I omitted them from the recipe. The dish was still delicious without them. I also added a handful of chopped walnuts for some extra crunch.


Abel Greene
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The only thing I would change is to add a little bit of red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.


Azmat Kamal
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This dish is a great option for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet raisins and the tangy lemon sauce.


Muskan Shakir
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's packed with flavor. I also appreciate that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Roy Fuentes
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I had a bunch of spinach that was about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The spinach wilted down perfectly and added a nice pop of color to the dish.


Saim Ulhaq
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta dishes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The lemony sauce is light and flavorful, and the chickpeas and raisins add a nice touch of texture and sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rajendra Tamang
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This lemony fusilli with chickpeas, raisins, and spinach was a delightful surprise! The flavors and textures all came together perfectly, creating a dish that was both satisfying and refreshing. I especially loved the combination of the tangy lemon a