Hummus Pasta Recipe | Creamy Plant Based Pasta

This Hummus Pasta Recipe is a creamy, flavourful weeknight meal packed with plant based protein and fibre. Roasted cherry tomatoes and shallots add sweetness and depth of flavour, while hummus creates a rich, creamy pasta sauce without the need for dairy or extra preparation.

Made with chickpea pasta, spinach, sundried tomatoes, fresh basil, and your favourite hummus, this simple meal comes together quickly and is easy to customize. It is a nourishing and filling option for busy evenings when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients for Hummus Pasta

This creamy hummus pasta combines roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, basil, sundried tomatoes, and hummus for an easy plant based meal.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In an oven safe baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, diced shallot, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Toss until the tomatoes and shallot are evenly coated.

Roast for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cherry tomatoes begin to blister and soften.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain well and transfer the cooked pasta to a large serving bowl.

While the pasta is still hot, add the hummus, chopped spinach, sundried tomatoes, roasted cherry tomatoes and shallots, and fresh basil.

Stir gently until everything is well combined and the spinach has slightly wilted. The hummus will coat the warm pasta to create a creamy sauce.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Note: Nightshades

This recipe contains nightshade vegetables, including tomatoes. Individual food triggers can vary from person to person. If you know that nightshades are a trigger for you, feel free to skip this recipe or make substitutions based on your individual needs and preferences.

Why This Hummus Pasta Supports Wellness

Chickpeas, which are the base of traditional hummus, provide plant based protein and fibre. Choosing chickpea pasta can add additional plant based protein and fibre to the meal compared with some traditional pasta options.

Spinach adds leafy greens to the dish, while tomatoes and fresh basil provide colour, flavour, and a variety of nutrients.

Hummus also creates a creamy sauce without requiring heavy cream, making it a simple way to bring together the pasta and vegetables.

Meals that combine vegetables, sources of protein, fibre, and satisfying carbohydrates can be part of a varied and balanced approach to eating.

For more guidance on eating well and making sustainable lifestyle choices, explore our Lifestyle & Wellness resources designed to support people learning to live well with lupus.

How to Customize This Hummus Pasta Recipe

This recipe can easily be adapted based on your preferences:

• Try different hummus flavours, such as roasted garlic, caramelized onion, or classic hummus.
• Use regular, whole wheat, lentil, or chickpea pasta depending on your preference.
• Add mushrooms, zucchini, or another favourite vegetable.
• Add extra spinach or another leafy green.
• Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds for added texture.
• Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving for a brighter flavour.

The recipes used by Lupus Canada have been reviewed and approved by a Registered Holistic Nutritionist.