Description

A quick, protein-packed Mediterranean pasta dish with chickpea pasta, blistered cherry tomatoes, garlic, and creamy mozzarella. Light, flavorful, and halal-friendly, this recipe offers a gluten-free, meat-free twist on Tuscan classics.

Ingredients

Chickpea Pasta, 12 oz
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1/2 cup
Fresh Garlic, 5 cloves
Basil Paste, 1/2 tbsp
Cherry Tomatoes, 10 oz
Mozzarella Cheese, 8 oz
Red Pepper Flakes, 1-2 tsp

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Instructions

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet, roasting and blistering them for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, basil paste, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Toss cooked pasta into the skillet mixture. Fold in cubed mozzarella until just melted and glossy.
Season with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.

Notes

Use cold-pressed olive oil for optimal flavor
Swap cherry tomatoes with grape tomatoes if unavailable
For a vegetarian version, ensure cheese is vegetarian-certified

Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 10
Category: Dinner Recipes
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired