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Chickpea Spaghetti Bowl Recipe

A hearty vegan bowl featuring chickpea spaghetti tossed with vegetables and a savory sauce for balanced, satisfying comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chickpea spaghetti: 300 g
  • Olive oil: 1½ tablespoons
  • Garlic minced: 3 cloves
  • Onion finely chopped: ½ cup
  • Cherry tomatoes halved: 1 cup
  • Spinach leaves: 2 cups
  • Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
  • Italian seasoning: 1 teaspoon
  • Chili flakes: ¼ teaspoon
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper: ½ teaspoon
  • Pasta cooking water: ½ cup as needed
  • Fresh basil or parsley chopped: 2 tablespoons

Method
 

  1. Cook chickpea spaghetti in salted water until al dente, then reserve ½ cup cooking water and drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cook briefly until aromatic.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, tomatoes, seasoning, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add spinach and cook until just wilted.
  6. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss gently.
  7. Splash reserved water gradually until sauce coats evenly.
  8. Finish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Total Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 52 g
  • Fiber: 9 g
  • Protein: 20 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving, % DV)

  • Folate: 35%
  • Iron: 22%
  • Magnesium: 18%
  • Potassium: 20%
  • Vitamin B6: 20%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Add olives for briny confidence.
  • Toss in mushrooms for deeper umami.
  • Best served hot, twirled boldly, and enjoyed without multitasking guilt.