Description
Buffalo Chickpea Pasta Salad is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines the fiery kick of buffalo chickpeas with creamy vegan ranch dressing, creating an explosion of flavors in every bite. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or a wholesome meal at home, this salad is not just a side but a satisfying main course packed with protein and nutrients. With colorful veggies like bell peppers and avocados, this dish offers a delightful mix of textures that everyone will love. It’s easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for maximum freshness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound short pasta (such as cavatappi)
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 bell pepper
- 10 ounces grape tomatoes
- 2 small avocados
- Vegan ranch dressing (made from vegan mayo, green chiles, garlic, and spices)
- Buffalo sauce
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a skillet, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add drained chickpeas seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and pepper; cook until crispy. Stir in buffalo sauce and remove from heat.
- Blend all ranch dressing ingredients until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, bell pepper, tomatoes, avocados, crispy chickpeas, and ranch dressing. Toss until well mixed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing/Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg