Chickpea Pesto Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from The Full Helping<\/p>\nRating: 4.3. Ingredients: Gluten free, nutritional yeast, arugula, olive oil, lemon juice Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\nLinks open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n
Get ready for a flavor explosion with this Chickpea Pasta Salad that features a homemade pesto vinaigrette. Chickpeas add a hearty protein punch, making this salad filling enough to be a standalone meal. The vibrant green pesto dressing ties everything together with a fresh herbaceous note that\u2019s simply irresistible.<\/p>\n
\n- 8 oz chickpea pasta<\/li>\n
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n
- 1 cucumber, diced<\/li>\n
- 1\/2 cup bell pepper, diced<\/li>\n
- 1\/4 cup red onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n
- 1\/4 cup fresh basil leaves<\/li>\n
- 2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice<\/li>\n
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts (optional)<\/li>\n
- Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This recipe stands out because of its unique use of chickpea pasta, which not only adds a nutty flavor but also boosts the protein content. The homemade pesto vinaigrette is a blend of fresh basil and olive oil that makes everything sing with flavor. Perfect for meal prep, this salad keeps well in the fridge, making it an excellent choice for busy summer days.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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