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Chickpea Pasta Salad with Creamy Tahini

Chickpea Pasta Salad with Creamy Tahini for a Fresh Twist

This Chickpea Pasta Salad with Creamy Tahini is hearty, healthy, and fresh. Perfect for summer picnics, it's vegan, gluten-free, and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Orecchiette or Baby Shells These shapes hold tahini dressing well.
For the Salad
  • 15 oz Canned Chickpeas Rinse and drain well.
  • 1 cup Chopped Cucumber Adds crunch.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Tahini High-quality for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Plant-Based Yogurt Plain, unsweetened preferred.
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Swap for white or red wine vinegar if needed.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard For kick of flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Use fresh for optimal flavor.
Optional Additions
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For silky texture.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chickpeas with olive oil, onion powder, and salt. Roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
  2. In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, and dill. Gradually add water to achieve a smooth consistency.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, roasted chickpeas, cucumber, and tomatoes. Toss with tahini dressing until well-coated.
  5. Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container for up to three days. Refresh dressing with water if thickened.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is not only colorful but versatile. Feel free to add seasonal vegetables for extra freshness.

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