Buffalo Chickpea Pasta Salad
Satisfy your cravings with this vibrant Buffalo Chickpea Pasta Salad, a perfect blend of creamy textures and zesty flavors. This dish combines hearty brown rice noodles with crunchy vegetables and protein-packed chickpeas, all tossed in a rich buffalo sauce and creamy ranch dressing. It’s not only quick to prepare but also adaptable for meal prep, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or fun family gatherings. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful crunch complemented by a spicy kick that will leave you going back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz brown rice noodles (or pasta of choice)
- 15 oz can chickpeas
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (divided)
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 pint sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup green onion
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Rinse and dry chickpeas, then toss them with 2 tablespoons of buffalo sauce on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the chickpeas at 425°F for about 30 minutes until crispy.
- In the pot with the noodles, combine diced celery, cherry tomatoes, carrots, mozzarella cheese, ranch dressing, and remaining buffalo sauce.
- Gently mix in the baked chickpeas and garnish with green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://chloekitchen.com/buffalo-chickpea-pasta-salad/