PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, MOZZARELLA, AND CHICKPEAS
An Italian remix on pasta salad that's sure to be the star of the party. Short, curly gemelli or fusilli noodles are perfect in this summery dish, as they leave room for other ingredients in every forkful, and the grooves hold the herbs and the zingy lemon vinaigrette in this Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Chickpeas.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Using the side of a chef's knife, mash garlic with 1 teaspoon salt into a paste. Transfer to a small bowl; whisk in lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, and oil. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. In a fine-mesh sieve, toss tomatoes with 1 teaspoon salt; let stand 15 minutes to drain.
- Cook pasta in generously salted water according to package directions until cooked all the way through. Drain (but don't rinse, which would waterlog the noodles), then spread on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with half of vinaigrette. Let cool completely, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss fennel, capers and brine, chickpeas, mozzarella, and salted tomatoes with remaining vinaigrette. Add pasta; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate up to a day ahead; let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes before serving. (Cold pasta salad is too firm and less flavorful.) Toss with Parmigiano-Reggiano and parsley; serve.
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i01z. Abod
[email protected]This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe! It's so easy to make and so flavorful. I love the combination of tomatoes, mozzarella, and chickpeas.
Lady b Touch
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious.
Pro Man
[email protected]I love the addition of chickpeas to this pasta salad. It gives it a nice protein boost and makes it more filling.
Cingh Yuvraj
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Paul Crews
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and summery, and the dressing is to die for.
Ratan Shtestha
[email protected]This pasta salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The tomatoes and mozzarella are a perfect combination, and the chickpeas add a nice crunch.
anik sarker
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily customize it to your own taste by adding different vegetables, cheeses, or herbs.
Roberta Metz
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I often use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out great.
Michael Gerow
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing is especially delicious.
Shan Sukhera
[email protected]This pasta salad is a summer staple at our house! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and the chickpeas add a nice protein boost. I usually add some chopped basil or oregano for extra flavor.