Mediterranean Pasta

Name: Mediterranean Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 serving
Ingredients: 1 pound 2 packages Barilla Chickpea Pasta; kosher salt; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 to 6 cloves garlic; 1 large eggplant; 2 medium zucchinis; 12 ounces cherry tomatoes; freshly ground pepper; 1 cup kalamata olives; 15 to 20 basil leaves; Juice of one lemon

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
8
Calories
264 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mediterranean

Mediterranean Pasta

Quade Sullivan

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This Mediterranean Pasta is packed with ingredients that are good for you! Healthy but delicious, this dish is on the table in less than 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

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Ingredients

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1 pound 2 packages Barilla Chickpea Pasta
kosher salt
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling before serving
3 to 6 cloves garlic finely minced
1 large eggplant diced
2 medium zucchinis diced
12 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup kalamata olives
15 to 20 basil leaves hand torn
Juice of one lemon optional

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Then, drain and return to the pot. Reserve.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet, over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about a minute, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the diced eggplant, zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Stir in the olives and basil.
Pour the veggie mixture into the pasta. Toss to combine, adding more olive oil if needed.
If using, squeeze the lemon into the pasta.
Serve immediately!

Notes

Leftovers will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. Eat as a cold pasta salad or reheat!
To reheat, heat more olive oil in a large skillet, then add the cold leftovers. Cook until hot.
If you plan on freezing this dish, make sure to cook the pasta just less than al dente. That way it won't get mushy when thawed and reheated.

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Serving 1g Calories 264kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 15g Sodium 184mg (8%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 6g (12%)