LEMONY PASTA WITH CAULIFLOWER, CHICKPEAS, AND ARUGULA
A vegetarian pasta dinner that's full of so much fresh arugula, it almost feels like eating a salad. In a good way.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Quick and Healthy Healthy Pasta Vegetarian Chickpea Arugula Capers Cauliflower Lemon Juice Quick & Easy Dinner Winter
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 4 Tbsp. oil in a large deep-sided skillet over medium-high. Add capers and cook, swirling pan occasionally, until they burst and are crisp, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer capers to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside. Reserve oil in skillet.
- Cook cauliflower in same skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and add garlic, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Cover and cook until cauliflower begins to soften, about 4 minutes. Uncover and increase heat to high. Add chickpeas, 2 Tbsp. butter, and remaining 2 Tbsp. oil and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower and chickpeas are lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
- Remove skillet from heat and add lemon juice, 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid, and remaining 2 Tbsp. butter. Add pasta, tossing and adding more pasta cooking liquid as needed, until coated.
- Divide arugula and pasta among bowls, stirring to combine. Top with reserved crispy capers.
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Rony Ry
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Thandeka Mqadi
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this dish to anyone looking for a delicious and healthy pasta recipe.
Eldin Pehlić
[email protected]The flavors in this dish were amazing! The lemon and arugula added a really nice brightness to the dish, and the chickpeas added a nice protein boost.
Arnalle Maharaj
[email protected]This pasta dish was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
Kikakim Kim
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but this dish changed my mind! The cauliflower was roasted to perfection and had a slightly caramelized flavor that was absolutely delicious.
Moyahabo Constance Matlou
[email protected]This lemony pasta dish was an absolute delight! The combination of cauliflower, chickpeas, and arugula added a wonderful texture and flavor to the pasta. The lemon added a bright and refreshing touch that really brought the dish together.