Pasta chickpea salad –Yo, check it out! This Chickpea Pasta Salad is not just a dish; it’s a vibe! Perfect for a cookout, picnic, or just when you feel like throwin’ down in the kitchen. It’s packed with flavor, colorful veggies, and all that good stuff that’ll have your taste buds singin’! Let’s dive into this easy recipe that’ll have everyone askin’ for seconds.
Chickpea Pasta Salad
First things first, let’s talk about what you’re gonna need to whip this up:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz pasta (gluten-free, if you prefer)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color you like)
- ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese (optional)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Start by cooking your pasta according to the package instructions. Make sure you cook it al dente, so it’s got a good bite to it!
- While that’s cooking, grab a big ol’ bowl and toss in those drained chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley. It’s about to get colorful!
- Once your pasta’s done, drain it and let it cool for a bit. You don’t want it to steam up the salad.
- Mix the cooled pasta with the veggie and chickpea mix. Carefully fold it together so everything is well combined.
- Now for the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour that beautiful dressing over the salad and give it another good mix!
- If you’re feelin’ fancy, sprinkle that feta cheese on top. It adds an extra layer of flavor that’s just divine!
- Chill it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving—this lets all those yummy flavors mingle together. When you’re ready, serve it up and watch it disappear!
There you have it! Your Chickpea Pasta Salad ready to impress. It’s fresh, flavorful, and a real crowd-pleaser. Perfect for any gathering or just a simple meal at home. Enjoy, fam!
