hummus pasta
This Hummus Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of hummus with pasta for a unique twist. It's quick to prepare and a delightful meal for any time of day.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 colander
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or fork
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole grain pasta
- 1 cup hummus
- ½ cup pasta cooking water Reserve before draining pasta.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
- ¼ cup fresh parsley Chopped.
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole grain pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta in a colander and return it to the pot.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the hummus, reserved pasta water, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the hummus mixture over the cooked pasta in the pot, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the pasta is too thick, add more pasta water as needed to reach desired creaminess.
- Gently stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
You can add cooked chicken or roasted vegetables for extra protein and flavor.
This dish can easily be made vegan by ensuring the hummus used is free from animal products.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.