What u003cemu003eisu003c/emu003e hummus pasta?

Hummus pasta can be made many ways. This recipe is for an Italian, pasta salad-inspired version of hummus pasta. The hummus makes it creamier, more nutritious, and more flavorful than a classic pasta salad.

How can I make my pasta more or less creamy?

You can adjust how creamy your pasta is by how much hummus and pasta water you add. For a thinner sauce on your pasta, add more pasta water (or Italian vinaigrette). For a thicker/creamier pasta, add less pasta water and a couple tablespoons more of hummus (if needed).

What type of hummus should you use for hummus pasta?

You can use any type! The most popular options are garlic (my favorite) or roasted red pepper hummus. You could also use plain hummus, but a flavored version will give your overall dish more flavor and is recommended. The recipe calls for 1 cup, which is usually the amount in a standard-sized hummus package.

Creamy Hummus Pasta (Easy 20 Minute Recipe)

Name: Hummus Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Italian Inspired
Ingredients: 16 ounces rotini pasta (or penne, bow ties); 1 ½ cups halved cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes); 1 medium cucumber, thinly chopped; ¾ cup sliced black olives, drained; ¾ cup diced red onion; ⅓ cup chopped parsley; 1 cup hummus (plain, garlic, or roasted red pepper); ¼ cup Italian vinaigrette (optional); 1 lemon, juiced; Salt & pepper, to taste; Red pepper flakes (optional)

Description

Ready in only 20 minutes, this creamy hummus pasta is a fun twist on a traditional pasta salad. It uses classic, Italian pasta salad ingredients that are tossed in a creamy hummus sauce for some added flavor and nutrition!

Ingredients

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16 ounces rotini pasta (or penne, bow ties)
1 ½ cups halved cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
1 medium cucumber, thinly chopped
¾ cup sliced black olives, drained
¾ cup diced red onion
⅓ cup chopped parsley
1 cup hummus (plain, garlic, or roasted red pepper)
¼ cup Italian vinaigrette (optional)
1 lemon, juiced
Salt & pepper, to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente (still slightly firm in the middle of the noodles, not overcooked or mushy). Set aside 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.
Add the pasta to a large bowl and stir in the hummus, Italian vinaigrette (optional), and ¼ cup of the reserved pasta water.
Add the olives, red onion, tomatoes, cucumber and parsley to the bowl. Stir to mix, adding more pasta water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Stir in the juice of 1 lemon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 - 4 days. Optionally, sprinkle with red pepper flakes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian Inspired

Nutrition

Calories: 407
Sugar: 5.4
Sodium: 788
Fat: 13.9
Saturated Fat: 2.1
Carbohydrates: 58.9
Fiber: 4.2
Protein: 13
Cholesterol: 55

Keywords: cold, hummus, pasta, salad