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PASTA CHICKPEA SALAD



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This recipe was my grandmother's, brought over from Italy many years ago. It was always one of my favorites. Thanks Norna.

Provided by Anita Hughes

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 14h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside to chill.
  • In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium low heat. Add the olives, oregano, parsley, scallions and chickpeas. Cook over low for about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl toss the pasta with the chickpea mixture. Ad the vinegar, grated cheese and salt and pepper to taste. Let sit in refrigerator overnight. When ready to serve taste for seasoning and add more vinegar, olive oil and salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 484.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA PASTA SALAD



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This vegetarian chickpea pasta salad is loaded with grape tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, and fresh basil and dressed with a garlicky lemon vinaigrette. It's the perfect picnic, cookout, or meal prep pasta salad!

Provided by Marisa Moore

Categories     Appetizer     Salad     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ lb. chickpea pasta (I used rotini)
2 cups diced cucumber (seeds removed)
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
½ cup sliced black olives
½ cup thin red onion slices (a small red onion)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
handful fresh basil, torn or shredded
1 large lemon, juiced
3 tbsp white wine vinegar
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp coarse salt
2 tsp raw sugar

Steps:

  • Cook the chickpea pasta according to package directions, in salted water. Allow to cool slightly. Toss with a little oil to prevent sticking if needed.
  • Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. Add all vinaigrette ingredients to a mason jar with a lid and shake until blended or whisk in a medium bowl.
  • Assemble the salad. Add the warm chickpea pasta, vegetables, and feta to a large mixing bowl. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Top with the torn basil. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 448 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKPEA PASTA SALAD



Chickpea Pasta Salad image

This is a different and very tasty salad. I have even added cooked chicken or beef to the mixture. Prep time does not include boiling the pasta and cooking time is chilling time. Adjust all amounts to taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Beans

Time 12m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces uncooked spinach rotini pasta or 4 ounces fusilli
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, and drained
1/3 cup finely chopped carrot, to taste
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 green onions with tops, sliced
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise, to taste (Hellman's is best)
2 -4 teaspoons prepared whole grain mustard
salt or seasoning salt, to taste
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling water until firm-tender drain, and rinse under cold water until cool; drain again well.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chick-peas, carrot, bell pepper and green onions.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mayo, mustard, black pepper, salt and Italian seasoning until well blended (adding more spices to taste); pour over the salad; toss to coat evenly.
  • Cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours to blend flavors.

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