Nourishing chickpea pasta with roasted zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes in a creamy tahini sauce
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz chickpea pasta
→ Roasted Vegetables
02 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
04 - 1 small red onion, sliced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Tahini Sauce
10 - 1/4 cup tahini
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
13 - 2 tablespoons warm water, plus more as needed
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - Salt to taste
→ Garnish
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
17 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
02 - Roast vegetables for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
03 - Meanwhile, cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
04 - Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, warm water, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Add additional water as needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta and roasted vegetables. Drizzle with tahini sauce and toss gently to coat evenly.
06 - Divide between serving bowls. Garnish with chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds. Serve warm or at room temperature.
