MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE PASTA AND CHICKPEA SALAD

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I like pasta and I like chickpeas. I combined them to make this tasty salad.

Provided by Kathy W

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 oz shaped pasta such as shells or elbows, cooked, rinsed with cold water and drained
1 can(s) (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced (you can use halved cherry tomatoes instead)
1-2 ribs of celery, thin sliced
1 c quartered black olives and/or kalamata
3 green onions, sliced
crumbled feta cheese, if desired
DRESSING
1/3 c olive oil
3-4 Tbsp lemon juice - start with 3 tablespoons
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1-2 Tbsp sugar, to taste, or omit if you like a tangy dressing
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Place in a large bowl.
  • 2. Rinse and drain chickpeas and add to pasta in bowl.
  • 3. Add tomatoes, celery, olives and green onion to pasta.
  • 4. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients. Place lid on jar and shake well.
  • 5. Pour over pasta mixture and gently toss until coated. Let stand about 30 minutes or so.
  • 6. Garnish with crumbled feta just before serving, if desired.

What Eww
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This is the worst pasta salad I have ever had.


Liaqat Qurashi
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This salad is a waste of time and money.


Mass Vine
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


LocalRobloxian
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This recipe was a complete disaster. The pasta was overcooked, the chickpeas were mushy, and the dressing was too oily.


Dauson Jose
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This salad is a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


BossB*tch
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I found the chickpeas to be a bit dry. I think I'll try using canned chickpeas next time.


Zemdimdis Peldseja
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The dressing is a bit too tangy for my taste, but otherwise this salad is delicious.


James Wallin
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This is a great salad for meal prep. It's easy to make ahead of time and holds up well in the refrigerator.


FATIMA MOUTAHAMIL
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now one of my favorite pasta salads.


LilxCloudy
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This recipe is easy to follow, and the results are delicious. I especially love the combination of chickpeas and pasta.


Miracle Detuchi
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ibrahim Achra
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.