Vegetarian
Maple Dijon Lunchbox-Later Chickpea Pasta Primavera with Avocado Salsa
Tangy mustard balanced with just enough maple. This recipe coats protein-rich chickpea pasta and colorful vegetables in a silky pantry sauce, planned to hold well for tomorrow's lunch, with a creamy, no-cook finish. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.
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What you’ll need
Ingredients
- 12 oz chickpea pasta
- 1 zucchini, cut into half-moons
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped tomato
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until just al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- 2
Warm olive oil in a large skillet. Cook zucchini and bell pepper for 5 minutes, then add tomatoes.
- 3
Stir in 2 tbsp Dijon mustard and 1 tbsp pure maple syrup and reserved pasta water. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- 4
Add pasta and spinach, toss until glossy and wilted, then add a spoonful of the reserved maple-Dijon sauce and serve immediately.
- 5
Fold the avocado and tomato together with a pinch of salt and spoon over the meal at the table.
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Nutrition at a glance
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