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Chickpea Pasta Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing

A refreshing salad featuring chickpea pasta, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing—perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the salad
  • 8 oz chickpea pasta cooked according to package instructions
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
  • 1/4 medium red onion diced
For the dressing
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil. Add the chickpea pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Combine
  1. In a large bowl, mix the cooked chickpea pasta with the chopped vegetables.
  2. Pour the creamy tahini dressing over the top, tossing gently to combine everything.
Serve
  1. Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual bowls. For an added touch, you can top it with extra chopped parsley or a sprinkle of crushed nuts for crunch.

Notes

This salad is great for meal prep! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. For best flavor, allow to chill before serving. Substitute veggies as desired, such as zucchini or carrots.