PENNE WITH GRAPE TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA

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Adding chickpeas to the pasta makes this meal heartier and healthier; using thyme instead of more predictable basil perks up the whole dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces ridged or plain penne
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 pint (8 ounces) bocconcini (small fresh mozzarella balls), halved, or 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Add chickpeas to pot; immediately drain pasta mixture, and return to pot.
  • Add tomatoes, bocconcini, thyme, oil, and vinegar to pasta. Toss, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a thin sauce that coats penne (you may not need all the water). Season with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Serve, garnished with additional thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 29 g

dae Baptiste
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I can't wait to make this dish again. It's definitely a keeper.


Nishan Islam
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend it.


Prince Ahmed_
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes and this one definitely didn't disappoint. It's now one of my favorites.


Mino Lofi
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I made this dish for my vegetarian friends and they loved it. It's a great meatless meal.


MohsinTanoli
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mozzarella cheese.


Tahir dewan Tahir dewan
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I'm not usually a fan of grape tomatoes, but they were surprisingly good in this dish.


Tummy Gunn
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish and it was amazing! The chicken added a nice protein boost.


Nirjana Mou
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I love how simple this recipe is. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Charity Chisenga
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the pasta was cooked al dente.


Hamna Qureshi
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This is my new go-to pasta dish. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Shazul KhAn
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I made this for a party and it was a total crowd-pleaser. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Arianna Reddy
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This recipe was a huge hit with my family! The grape tomatoes and mozzarella melted together perfectly, and the sauce was light and flavorful.