Lemon Herb Pasta Salad with Marinated Chickpeas
Total Time
45 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars
(43)
Ingredients
4 servings
- Marinated Chickpeas
- 1 14-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, grated or crushed into a paste
- A generous squeeze of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pasta
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta
- 1/4 cup olive oil (as needed)
- Juice and zest of one lemon
- 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley and basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Preparation
Step 1
Prepare marinated chickpeas by combining all ingredients together in a shallow bowl. For best flavor, allow to marinate for 8 hours or overnight. If short on time, let it hang out while prepping the rest of the pasta.
Step 2
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. While pasta is hot, toss with marinated chickpeas and allow to cool slightly.
Step 3
Add more olive oil if needed, lemon juice, zest, and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Add Parmesan cheese last to avoid melting. Serve warm, cold, or room temp with extra lemon, Parmesan, and herbs as needed.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
Marinated chickpeas add a rich flavor.
Can be served warm, cold, or as a snack.
Overnight marinating enhances the flavor.
