Description

Easy Chickpea Pasta

This Easy Chickpea Pasta brings a healthy twist to comfort food. Originating as a budget-friendly dish, it’s packed with protein and nutrients, making it a delightful addition to any menu. Combining chickpeas, creamy sauce, and fresh spinach with spaghetti, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want something hearty yet nutritious.

140 g (5 oz) Spaghetti
1 tbsp Olive oil
4 Shallots, diced
2 Garlic cloves, crushed
120 g (0.75 cups) Chickpeas, canned
150 ml (0.66 cups) Reduced-fat crème fraîche
100 ml (0.5 cups) Vegetable stock
60 g (0.66 cups) Parmesan, grated
30 g (1 cup) Spinach
0.25 Lemon, juiced

Directions:
1. Boil spaghetti in salted water for 12 minutes.
2. Sauté shallots and garlic in olive oil for 3 minutes.
3. Add chickpeas and cook until edges crisp.
4. Stir in spinach, crème fraîche, stock, lemon juice, and Parmesan. Cook until spinach wilts.
5. Mix the drained pasta into the sauce and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 648