Cauliflower and Chickpea Mediterranean Pasta
A delicious and healthy Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish with cauliflower and chickpeas.
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add cauliflower florets to the skillet and cook until they start to soften, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the chickpeas, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and Kalamata olives to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 15gFat: 10gFiber: 13g
