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Quick Hummus Pasta with Asparagus


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  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 350 g/12 oz pasta of your choice (use GF if needed)
  • 600 g/21 oz asparagus, cut into smaller pieces

For the hummus

  • 2 cups of cooked chickpeas
  • 23 cloves of garlic
  • 1.5 lemons, juiced (+ save the zest for serving)
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • salt, pepper


Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding asparagus during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain (reserving some of the cooking liquid) and return to pot.
  2. Meanwhile add chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, and chili flakes to a food processor and blend until creamy. Season with salt and pepper, and adjust consistency with pasta water (you’ll need 1/3-1/2 cup of water).
  3. Add hummus to drained pasta and asparagus, and mix well. Serve immediately warm or at room temperature with lemon zest on top. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Main
  • Cuisine: Vegan