YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy High-Protein Chickpea Pasta Bake with Crispy Topping
Enjoy a hearty, wholesome bake featuring high-protein chickpea pasta enveloped in a creamy cottage cheese sauce, mixed with vibrant tomatoes, spinach, and chickpeas, tucked under a crunchy, whole wheat breadcrumb topping with a drizzle of olive oil. This dish offers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors perfect for any meal of the day.
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Chickpea Pasta (dry)
1/2 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
1/2 cup Diced Tomatoes
1 cup Baby Spinach
1/4 cup Cooked Chickpeas
2 tbsp Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs
1 tsp Olive Oil
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
PREPARATION
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Cook the chickpea pasta according to the package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cottage cheese, diced tomatoes, spinach, and chickpeas. Stir in garlic powder and dried oregano.
Transfer the pasta mixture into a lightly greased baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the whole wheat breadcrumbs with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle over the pasta mixture to create a crispy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the topping is golden and the casserole is heated through.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.