Description
Chickpea and Spinach Pasta is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines the earthy goodness of chickpeas with fresh, tender spinach. This creamy pasta is perfect for any occasion, be it a quick weeknight meal or an impressive dinner for guests. With its rich tomato-based sauce and nutritious ingredients, this recipe offers a wonderful balance of flavor and health benefits. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that’s not only delicious but also budget-friendly. Packed with protein from chickpeas and loaded with greens, Chickpea and Spinach Pasta is a delightful option for everyone to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound short pasta (penne, fusilli, or rigatoni)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1.5 cups of pasta water before draining.
- In a deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with vegetable broth and simmer until reduced by half.
- Stir in chickpeas and crushed tomatoes along with sugar, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for at least 10-15 minutes.
- Add spinach gradually until wilted. Mix in the cooked pasta.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and reserved pasta water; adjust texture as necessary.
- Serve hot garnished with additional cheese and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg