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Chickpea Pasta with Mushrooms & Kale Recipe

Chickpea Pasta with Mushrooms & Kale Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 1 Person

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 225 g chickpea pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 225 g mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
  • 3 cups kale, roughly chopped (stems removed)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast or grated Parmesan (for garnish)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Chickpea Pasta
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add chickpea pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta using a colander. Set aside.
  • Sauté the Aromatics
    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Cook the Mushrooms
    Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
  • Add the Kale
    Toss the chopped kale into the skillet, stirring frequently until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. If the skillet seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
  • Season and Combine
    Stir in the dried thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze the juice of one lemon and zest into the skillet, mixing well.
  • Toss in the Pasta
    Add the cooked chickpea pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit more pasta water to achieve a creamy consistency.
  • Serve and Garnish
    Remove from heat and sprinkle nutritional yeast or grated Parmesan over the pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional lemon zest, if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Notes:

  • You can substitute spinach for kale if you prefer a milder green.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes for a spicier or milder dish.
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