Ingredients

Protein-rich chickpea pasta with red lentil pesto

Name: Protein-rich chickpea pasta with red lentil pesto
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Yield: 1 portion
Ingredients: 2 tbsp H&B Pumpkin & Sunflower Seed Mix; 1 tsp tamari; 3 tbsp cooked puy lentils; 100g H&B Quick Cook Chickpea Penne; 2 tbsp H&B Red Lentil & Tomato Pesto; 2 tbsp H&B Cashew Nuts; Juice of half a lemon; 2 tbsp H&B Nutritional Yeast; 1 tsp H&B Apple Cider Vinegar

20 minutes

Beginner

1 portion

Reviewed byLeila Weller-Kis

chickpea pasta with rocket and lentils on a table

Packed with 43g of protein and 24g of fibre, this hearty meal for one created by Soph's Plant Kitchen will keep you feeling nourished and energised

This vibrant and wholesome dish combines plant-powered ingredients for a deliciously balanced meal by offering gut health benefits, supporting muscle repair, providing energy and more. With protein-rich lentils, crispy roasted seeds and tangy red lentil and tomato pesto, it’s both filling and bursting with flavour. Finished with a zesty lemon kick and fresh rocket leaves, it’s a simple yet nourishing option for solo dining.

Sophie Waplington (sophsplantkitchen) says: “I wanted more plant diversity in my meal so added roasted seeds and lentils. The pesto was turned into a sauce with cashews and nutritional yeast to further up the protein content. Topped with some rocket, it’s absolutely delicious.”

H&B nutritionist Leila Keller-Wis says: “With an impressive 43g of protein and 24g of fibre per serving, this dish supports muscle repair, promotes digestion and provides long-lasting energy. Additionally, the apple cider vinegar in the dressing offers gut health benefits by promoting digestion and helping to balance stomach acid. It’s a fantastic choice to nourish both body and mind.”