Garlicky Greek Yogurt Pasta with Sautéed Lentils & Chickpeas
Ingredients
- 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup prepared beluga lentils
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups yogurt, full-fat Greek
- 1/4 cup milk, whole
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- Red pepper flakes, for serving
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 670
Carbohydrate: 98g (33%)
Protein: 30g (60%)
Total Fat: 19g (29%)
Saturated Fat: 5g (25%)
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 10mg (3%)
Sodium: 580mg (24%)
Dietary Fiber: 12g (48%)
Calcium: 20%
*These values are approximate. Per serving, based on a 2,000 Calorie diet.
Instructions
In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta cooking water, then drain pasta.
Meanwhile, in large high-sided skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until dark golden brown, stirring frequently. Add chickpeas and lentils; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer chickpea mixture to medium bowl; cover to keep warm.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Whisk in yogurt, milk, lemon zest, salt and black pepper. Cook 2 minutes or until warmed through.
Add drained pasta and 2 tablespoons pasta water to yogurt mixture; toss to combine. If sauce is too thick, add additional pasta water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved. Divide pasta between 4 pasta bowls or plates. Divide chickpea mixture over pasta and sprinkle with fresh mint. Serve with red pepper flakes.
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