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Chickpea and Spinach Pasta Salad

Chickpea and Spinach Pasta Salad: 7 Bright, Joyful Bites


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and nutritious salad made with chickpeas, spinach, and pasta.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked pasta
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chickpeas, spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumber or bell peppers.
  • For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Chickpea and Spinach Pasta Salad