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Are you ready to elevate your pasta salad game? Introducing the Spicy Buffalo Chickpea Pasta Salad, a vibrant, nutritious, and incredibly flavorful dish that brings together the heat of buffalo sauce with the heartiness of chickpeas and whole wheat pasta. This salad is not just a meal; it's a celebration of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds tingling and your body satisfied.

Buffalo Chickpea Pasta Salad

Discover the Spicy Buffalo Chickpea Pasta Salad, a nutritious and flavorful dish that elevates your pasta salad game. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and whole wheat pasta, this vibrant salad blends the heat of buffalo sauce with fresh vegetables for a satisfying bite. Perfect for lunches, potlucks, or meal prep, this recipe is customizable, fun to make, and a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy a hearty, healthy meal that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Ingredients
  

8 ounces whole wheat pasta (your choice of shape, like rotini or penne)

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1/2 cup celery, finely chopped

1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup shredded carrots

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)

1/4 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional: crumbled blue cheese or feta for topping

Instructions
 

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

    Prepare the Chickpeas: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, shredded carrots, and parsley.

      Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust the buffalo sauce to your desired spice level.

        Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the chickpea mixture. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss until everything is well coated.

          Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, give it another toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Top with crumbled blue cheese or feta if desired.

            Garnish: Serve chilled and garnish with extra parsley or a drizzle of buffalo sauce on top for an extra kick!

              Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 4-6