Hummus Pasta
Creamy, nutritious, and irresistibly flavorful, this Hummus Pasta recipe is a quick 25-minute dinner that puts a Mediterranean spin on traditional pasta dishes. Perfectly cooked al dente pasta is tossed in a velvety hummus-based sauce infused with zesty lemon juice, sautéed garlic, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Juicy cherry tomatoes and vibrant baby spinach add a burst of color and nutrients, making each bite a satisfying blend of textures. The dish is finished with a garnish of fresh parsley for a pop of freshness. Whether you're looking for a wholesome vegan dinner or a creative way to use up your favorite hummus, this easy recipe is sure to become a weeknight staple. Serve it hot and let the comforting flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams pasta
- 200 grams hummus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to release their juices.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring, until the spinach wilts.
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the hummus, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to create a creamy sauce.
Gradually add the reserved pasta water, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
Serve the hummus pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2416 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.3 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1342 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
