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Creamy Tahini Lemon Pasta Recipe with Crispy Roasted Chickpeas Made Easy

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A quick and easy pasta dish featuring a creamy tahini lemon sauce paired with crispy roasted chickpeas for a satisfying texture and flavor contrast. Perfect for meatless meals and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti or linguine (whole wheat or gluten-free pasta works well too)
  • 1 can (15 oz/425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) smooth tahini
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for roasting chickpeas)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water or reserved pasta cooking water
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas, then pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel or paper towels.
  3. Toss chickpeas with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ground cumin (if using), salt, and a pinch of black pepper.
  4. Spread chickpeas evenly on the baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Roast chickpeas in the oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until deep golden and crispy.
  6. While chickpeas roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup (120 ml) pasta water before draining.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  8. Gradually add reserved pasta water to the sauce while whisking until smooth and pourable.
  9. Season the sauce with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Adjust lemon juice or water as needed.
  10. Toss hot drained pasta with the tahini lemon sauce until evenly coated.
  11. Serve pasta topped generously with crispy roasted chickpeas and a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.

Notes

Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting to ensure crispiness. Use warm pasta water to loosen the tahini sauce and prevent clumping. If the sauce thickens after sitting, add a splash of warm water and whisk to loosen. Avoid overcrowding chickpeas on the baking sheet for even roasting. Adjust seasoning last to balance tahini and lemon flavors.

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Keywords: tahini pasta, lemon pasta, roasted chickpeas, vegetarian pasta, quick pasta recipe, creamy tahini sauce, meatless meal, gluten-free pasta option

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