How to Make Pasta Chickpea Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and healthy dish to serve at your next gathering or for a quick weeknight meal? Look no further than our Pasta Chickpea Salad recipe! This dish is a perfect combination of flavors and textures, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you're a pasta lover, a chickpea fan, or just in the mood for something fresh and vibrant, this salad has something for everyone.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package rotelle pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped oil-cured olives
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente, 9 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside to cool.
  • As the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add olives, oregano, parsley, green onions, and chickpeas. Reduce heat to low; cook for about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer chickpea mixture to a large bowl; add pasta and toss. Stir in vinegar, grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • When ready to serve, taste for seasoning and add more vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper if desired.
  • Nutrition

    424 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 485mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 69g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 139mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 356mg