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Easy Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas

Easy Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas

Delight in this vibrant and nutritious Easy Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas, the perfect dish for picnics, lunchboxes, or a quick weeknight dinner. Bursting with colors and flavors, this salad combines protein-packed chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing that binds everything together beautifully. In just under 40 minutes, you can prepare a satisfying meal that is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as a standalone dish or paired with grilled chicken, this pasta salad promises to be a hit at any gathering.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups chickpeas, rinsed and patted dry
  • 16 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 green pepper, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch thick half-moons
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2.5 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2.5 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • 3/4 cup red apple vinegar
  • 1.5 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pat the chickpeas dry and toss them with lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper before roasting on a baking sheet for 20–30 minutes until crispy.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, and seasonings until smooth.
  4. Dice the green pepper, slice the cucumber and onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the parsley.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with half of the dressing; toss well. Add vegetables and roasted chickpeas; drizzle remaining dressing over everything and toss gently.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: To keep your salad fresh longer, store chickpeas separately from the vegetables until ready to serve. Feel free to add or swap vegetables based on what you have—zucchini or bell peppers work great too.

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