Fast recipe in 20 minutes – simple and healthy pasta with a few ingredients
Delicious and balanced meals do not have to be complicated. If you are looking for a quick, nutrient -rich and tasty pasta dish, you will love this recipe. This pasta with chickpeas, baby spinach and a spicy garlic tomato sauce is not only easy to prepare, but also finished in less than 20 minutes.
Noodle dishes are the perfect choice for a quick kitchen, and with healthy ingredients such as chickpeas and spinach, it becomes a full meal. Whether for a quick lunch or an uncomplicated dinner – this recipe is ideal for stressful days.
Pasta with chickpeas and spinach in garlic tomato sauce
Servings: 2 persons
- 300 G Whole grain pasta z. B. Penne or Fusilli
- 1 Can Chickpeas approx. 400 g, dripped and flushed
- 1 Tin olive oil
- 1 clove of garlic finely chopped
- 1 Can passed tomatoes approx. 400 g
- 150 G Fresh baby spinach
- 1 TL dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking the pasta: bring a large saucepan with water to a boil, salt and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Then drain, collect a cup of pasta water.
Fry the garlic and chickpeas: while the pasta boils, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and fry for about a minute until it smells. Then put the chickpeas in the pan and roast for 3-4 minutes until they are slightly browned.
Prepare tomato sauce: put the passed tomatoes in the pan and season with oregano, salt and pepper. Mix everything well and simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Add spinach: put the fresh baby spinach in the pan and lift under the sauce. Simmer for about 1-2 minutes until the spinach collapses.
Mix in the pasta: Put the cooked pasta in the pan and mix well with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add something from the noodle water collected until the desired consistency is reached.
Tips for the perfect pasta dish
- More spice: If you like it more intensely, you can add chilli flakes or fresh basil.
- Extra creaminess: A tablespoon of cream cheese or a little herbal cream make the sauce even more creamy.
- Protein boost: For an even higher protein intake, roasted pine nuts or parmesan (or a vegan alternative) can be used as topping.
- Meal-prep: The sauce can be prepared well and stays in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Why this fast recipe is ideal for everyday life
The pasta with spinach and chickpeas is not only finished in 20 minutes, but also rich in important nutrients. Chickpeas provide valuable vegetable proteins and fiber that will fill up for a long time (I prefer to use this organic chickpeas*) Spinach is an excellent source for iron, magnesium and vitamin K. The combination with whole grain pasta creates a nutrient-rich and balanced meal.
Whether for a stress -free end of work or a quick lunch – this recipe shows that healthy cuisine does not have to be complex. Be sure to try it out!
Do you want more recipes with spinach? Then like to look around in my collection “Recipes with spinach”.
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