Description
Lentil Tahini Pasta is a delightful, creamy dish that combines perfectly cooked pasta with rich tahini sauce and earthy lentils. This 30-minute meal is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for dinner parties or a cozy night in. Each comforting bite offers a satisfying blend of flavors that will leave your guests asking for more. Enjoy this culinary adventure that transforms ordinary pasta night into something extraordinary!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (whole grain or gluten-free)
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Lentils and Broth: Stir in red lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Mix in Tahini and Lemon Juice: Reduce heat, then stir in tahini and lemon juice until well combined. Add more broth if needed for desired consistency.
- Toss the Pasta: Drain the pasta and combine with the lentil-tahini mixture, ensuring all noodles are coated.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then serve hot garnished with fresh herbs or lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 372
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg