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Hummus Pasta

Use hummus as a spaghetti sauce in this tasty 10 minute hummus pasta recipe. Perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: dairy free, hummus, nut free, pasta, spaghetti, vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 510kcal
Author: Tonje

Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti (or other pasta)
  • ½ cup hummus
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Cook the spaghetti in a pot following package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water, and drain the cooked pasta.
  • Heat up the olive oil in a smaller pot. Add grated or finely chopped garlic and red pepper flakes, and saute for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Add the spinach to the garlic, and sauté until the leaves have wilted. Then, add the hummus and pasta water and stir to form a sauce.
  • Then, add the cooked spaghetti to the hummus sauce, and stir to coat evenly.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, and top with basil if you prefer, then serve.

Notes

  • As hummus is the main component of the sauce, it’s also the main source of flavor. Make sure to use a hummus you like, such as your favorite brand or your favorite recipe.
  • The exact time it takes to cook your pasta will vary depending on the type and brand of the pasta. Check the package instructions for more information.
  • In my experience, pasta tends to absorb any liquid over time. You can store leftover hummus pasta in a sealed container in a refrigerator for up to 4 days, however keep in mind that the sauce will dry up.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 416mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1481IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 3mg