May 25, 2025 by Eva
Healthy Chickpea Pasta in 25 Minutes!
Discover the best chickpea pasta recipe—packed with 20g protein per serving and 100% gluten-free. Perfect for quick dinners, weight loss, or plant-based diets!
Why You’ll Love This Chickpea Pasta
✅ Ready in 25 mins (faster than takeout!)
✅ Naturally gluten-free & low-glycemic
✅ High-protein (keeps you full for hours)
✅ Customizable with veggies, pesto, or creamy sauces
Ingredients
Serves 4 | 350 kcal/serving
- 8 oz chickpea pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 2 cups spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup Parmesan (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
(Pro tip: Add shrimp or tofu for extra protein!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
- Boil chickpea pasta in salted water for 7-9 mins (al dente).
- Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
2. Sauté the Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a pan. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (1 min).
- Toss in spinach and tomatoes until wilted (3 mins).
3. Combine & Serve
- Add drained pasta to the pan with 2 tbsp pasta water.
- Toss with Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil.
Variations
- Creamy Avocado: Blend 1 avocado + lemon juice into the sauce.
- Pesto: Use ¼ cup basil pesto instead of tomatoes.
- Spicy: Add 1 tsp harissa paste.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | Carbs | Fiber | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 350 kcal | 50g | 10g | 20g |
Diet: Gluten-Free | Vegetarian | Dairy-Free Option
My family loved this recipe so much, it’s now on our weekly meal rotation! 🏆 Even my picky eater asked for seconds. If you enjoyed this chickpea pasta, try these other crowd-pleasers next:
- Creamy Avocado Pasta for a 15-minute vegan fix
- Garlic Shrimp Linguine when you’re craving seafood
- Spicy Lentil Bolognese for a protein-packed twist
Tag me @marrakechrecipe when you make it—I’d love to see your creations! ✨”
