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Mediterranean Pasta

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.

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Add the diced eggplant, zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stir in the olives and basil.
  5. Pour the veggie mixture into the pasta. Toss to combine, adding more olive oil if needed.
  6. If using, squeeze the lemon into the pasta.
  7. 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.

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 264

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 264kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15g 88%
Sodium 184mg 8%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.