Lemony Fusilli with Chickpeas, Raisins, and Spinach

Vegetarian
Health score
50%
Lemony Fusilli with Chickpeas, Raisins, and Spinach
11 min.
4
873kcal

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If you're on the lookout for a vibrant and nourishing dish that bursts with flavor, look no further than our Lemony Fusilli with Chickpeas, Raisins, and Spinach. This delightful vegetarian recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 11 minutes, but it also packs a punch with its wholesome ingredients. With four generous servings, it's perfect for a cozy lunch, a filling side dish, or even as a main course that will leave you satisfied and energized.

The combination of fresh baby spinach, protein-rich chickpeas, and the sweetness of golden raisins makes every bite a delightful experience. The zesty lemon juice and aromatic lemon rind bring a refreshing brightness, perfectly complementing the nutty whole wheat fusilli. A touch of crushed red pepper adds just the right amount of heat, balancing the dish beautifully.

Top it off with a sprinkle of creamy fontina cheese, and you have a colorful plate that’s as appetizing as it is wholesome. Not only does this dish prompt your taste buds to dance, but the caloric breakdown of 873 kcal is packed with nutrients—making it a great choice for those seeking flavorful yet healthy meal options. Enjoy this Lemony Fusilli for lunch or dinner, and pair it with a side of cheesy crostini for an indulgent twist. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach fresh
  • 15 ounce chickpeas rinsed drained canned (garbanzo beans)
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • ounce fontina shredded
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.8 cup golden raisins 
  •  lemons 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups fusilli whole wheat uncooked (short twisted spaghetti)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. While pasta cooks, grate rind and squeeze juice from lemon to measure 4 teaspoons and 1/4 cup, respectively.
  3. Combine rind, juice, olive oil, and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  4. Add spinach, chickpeas, and raisins; toss well.
  5. Drain pasta, and immediately add to spinach mixture, tossing until spinach wilts.
  6. Sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Serve immediately.
  8. Serve with: Cheesy Crostini

Nutrition Facts

Calories873kcal
Protein15.24%
Fat12.29%
Carbs72.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.88
Glycemic Load
16.79
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.32826078586%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
11.53mg
Hesperetin
15.07mg
Naringenin
0.3mg
Luteolin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
3.47mg
Myricetin
0.44mg
Quercetin
2.98mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:872.95kcal
43.65%
Fat:11.82g
18.19%
Saturated Fat:2.87g
17.92%
Carbohydrates:156.83g
52.28%
Net Carbohydrates:132.53g
48.19%
Sugar:23.09g
25.65%
Cholesterol:8.22mg
2.74%
Sodium:539.95mg
23.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.97g
65.95%
Vitamin K:208.92µg
198.98%
Fiber:24.3g
97.2%
Vitamin A:4154.3IU
83.09%
Manganese:1.38mg
69.08%
Vitamin C:42.02mg
50.93%
Vitamin B6:0.75mg
37.33%
Folate:116.37µg
29.09%
Potassium:683.2mg
19.52%
Magnesium:77.88mg
19.47%
Iron:3.38mg
18.76%
Phosphorus:173.36mg
17.34%
Copper:0.35mg
17.27%
Calcium:150.4mg
15.04%
Vitamin E:1.6mg
10.64%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.44%
Zinc:1.35mg
9.03%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.41%
Selenium:4.25µg
6.07%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.28%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.3%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.98%
Source:My Recipes