Healthy Chickpea Pesto Pasta Salad {Vegetarian}

This healthy chickpea pesto pasta salad is made with whole grain pasta and no mayo for a delicious protein and fiber-packed vegetarian side dish or summer main.

Ingredients:

– Pasta – Cherry or grape tomatoes – Chickpeas – Feta cheese – Pesto Full Ingredients

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook pasta according to package directions, until it reaches an al dente consistency. Drain and rinse with cold water.

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While the pasta cooks, prepare the pesto in a food processor if making it from scratch.

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Add the cooked pasta, halved tomatoes, chickpeas, feta cheese and pesto to a large mixing bowl.

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Toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

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Serve immediately or place in the fridge for later use.

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