One-pot meals are the savior of weeknight cooking, and this garganelli pasta is a reliable go-to. Simply place most of the ingredients into a big pan or skillet with boiling water, simmer down until the pasta is tender, then plate in shallow bowls and load up with favorite toppings. I include a list of suggestions down below.
Why I Love It
The reason I come back to this recipe often is because it checks an impressive number of boxes. It’s a one pan meal that includes greens, protein from the lentils, and a robust range of whole healthful ingredients. It’s a total crowd-pleaser, and leftovers are A+ as well.
Video: Garganelli with Kale and Lentils
Garganelli Variations
Variations couldn’t be easier once you get the hang of the cooking technique here. You can easily do a vegan version of this, or use whatever gluten-free pasta you like. Swap in another pasta shape you have on hand in place of the garganelli. A number of you have mentioned variations you’ve enjoyed in the past (see below!), and there are more ideas in the comments.
- Michelle says, “This was great. Added Zaatar and topped with toasted almonds, hummus, and a couple of strips of good Parmesan. Also added the juice of one of the lemons, kalmatta and green olives and used GF pasta. Awesome!”
- Emily mentioned, “Made tonight as I happened to have all the ingredients in the pantry or in this week’s veg box. Absolutely delicious with fresh basil, a drizzle of tahini, a very soft boiled egg (too uncoordinated for poached) and a squeeze of lemon juice.”
- Caroline used a whole grain pasta and says, “Thank you for the recipe, it was so easy and delicious! I used spelt spirals and chickpeas instead of lentils, and tried it with tahini and lots of grated Grana padano. I found that it did need quite a lot of salt to bring out the flavor- so I might try adding olives or capers, or using vegetable stock the next time!”
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