basil pesto carrot chickpea protein pasta salad www.lifeslittlesweets.com Print
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 5 minutesTotal: 15 minutesServings: 6Cost: $3.67 /servingAuthor : Sara ManiezIngredients Remove All · Remove Spices · Remove Staples
1 box (14.5 ounce 411 grams) cooked Protein Penne Pasta (we use Barilla brand), made ahead and chilled 1 can (15.5 ounce 439 grams) chickpeas, low sodium, drained and rinsed 1 cup shredded carrot (use peeled carrots) 1/2 cup basil pesto, or amount to taste** 1-2 stalks celery, washed, ends cut, chopped 2-3 tablespoons regular mayonnaise (or same amount vegan mayonnaise) 1/4 yellow or sweet onion, thinly sliced, optional Kosher salt, amount to taste fresh ground black pepper, amount to taste 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or other mild, light, optional, amount to taste* fresh chopped basil, optional, amount to taste, for serving
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Add to ChromeIn a large mixing bowl, add the chilled pasta, chickpeas, basil pesto, shredded carrot, chopped celery, optional sliced onion, mayonnaise and optional rice vinegar toss together. Season with Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper, add any additional ingredients to adjust to your tastes and add optional fresh basil for serving. Enjoy!