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    Home ▸ Vegan Main Dishes

    Chickpeas in Spicy Smoked Tomato Sauce with Penne

    Last modified: October 4, 2022. Originally posted: November 28, 2016 By Sophia DeSantis

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    Chickpeas in Spicy Smoked Tomato Sauce with Penne

    A one stop meal to get you through those busy moments. Chickpeas in spicy smoked tomato sauce with penne is easy, quick and amazing!

    A close up of Chickpeas in Spicy Smoked Tomato Sauce with Penne in a blue bowl

    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Simply Organic. The opinions and text are all mine.

    Holiday season is a busy one. That’s the understatement of the year. Between the regular tasks of school, kids, life…adding in all that you need to prepare for the holidays can send you over the edge.

    This is why I come to you with a little carrot of hope. A recipe for chickpeas in spicy smoked tomato sauce with penne, that is not only simple and easy to make, but a one stop meal with all you need to get those nutrients into your body! Protein, veggies and bursting with flavor. Check! P.S, you can take the spice out to make it kid friendly.

    A side shot of Chickpeas in Spicy Smoked Tomato Sauce with Penne in a bowl topped with vegan parmesan cheese

    When Simply Organic came to me to work with them in their Thursday Moments campaign I knew right away I needed to take the job. Not only do I LOVE Simply Organic spices, but their campaign themed around finding time to sit and enjoy your family during this crazy time of year hits the nail on the head for me. It’s not just about getting good food on the table. It’s about enjoying that food with those you love.

    Spend Time With The Ones You Love And Easy Delicious Food!

    Being present. Being together. Leaving the mobile devices aside and having a meal. I mean really having a meal. The best thing about this spicy smoked tomato sauce, is that it’s quick, simple and easy. Leaves you more time to spend with your family, those you love. Lets give it up for togetherness and fun!

    A photo of 3 spice jars sitting on a work surface for making spiced smoked tomato sauce

    So what will your Thursday Moment be?

    I’m thinking this recipe for chickpeas in spicy (or not) smoked tomato sauce with penne is in your future. Head over to Simply Organic to learn more about their campaign, perhaps pick up some of their amazing spices to make this recipe, enter their giveaway (YES GIVEAWAY!) and let’s celebrate time with those we love! I’m thinking in our world today, we all need to spread a little love…

    An overhead shot of spiced smoked tomato sauce with chickpeas in a bowl with spice jars all around it

    A close up of Chickpeas in Spicy Smoked Tomato Sauce with Penne in a blue bowl

    Chickpeas in Spicy Smoked Tomato Sauce with Penne

    Sophia DeSantis
    A one stop meal to get you through those busy moments. Chickpeas in spicy smoked tomato sauce with penne is easy, quick and amazing!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 485 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ½ cup chopped sweet onion
    • 1 ¼ cups chickpeas (15 ounce can)
    • ½ cup tomato paste
    • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
    • 1 teaspoon dried Simply Organic Oregano
    • 1 teaspoon dried Simply Organic Thyme
    • 2-3 teaspoons Simply Organic Smoked Paprika depending on how smoky you like it
    • 1-3 teaspoons Simply Organic Crushed Red Pepper depending on how spicy you like it
    • ½ teaspoon salt divided
    • 6 cups spinach
    • 16 ounces of your favorite penne pasta
    • 20-30 roasted garlic cloves for toping (optional)
    • Hemp almond parmesan to top optional

    Instructions
     

    • Roast garlic by mixing with a splash of veggie broth and some salt. Wrap in tin foil , and/or parchment and roast at 400°F (200°C) degrees for 20-25 minutes until garlic is browning and looks caramelized.
    • Chop onions. Pulse chickpeas in a food processor until coarsely chopped, only 2-3 times. You can also crush them a bit with your hands if you prefer.
    • Saute onions and ¼ teaspoon salt in a pan over medium heat until they begin to brown and get fragrant. Add chickpeas and tomato paste and sauté a few more minutes.
    • Add crushed tomatoes and spices and mix again for a few minutes. Add spinach and rest of salt, cover and cook about 10 minutes. Mix to make it saucy. It will be thick versus a thinner marinara type of sauce.
    • Meanwhile cook your penne according to package directions and make Hemp Almond Parmesan.
    • Mix penne and sauce, then serve topped with roasted garlic and Hemp Almond Parmesan.

    Notes

    • You can control how smoky or spicy you want this dish by putting less of more of the spices in. The optional garlic and parmesan are highly recommended as they make this meal even tastier.
    • I give directions on roasting garlic in the instruction section.
    • Tips to prep ahead: Wash spinach and chop onion.
    • Baby/kid food idea: Remove crushed red pepper so it isn’t spicy.

    Recipe by Veggies Don’t Bite, visit our site for more great plant-based recipes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 98gProtein: 18gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 426mgPotassium: 797mgFiber: 7gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 5015IUVitamin C: 24.7mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 4.4mg

    Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.

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    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Simply Organic. The opinions and text are all mine.

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    1. Kearney

      January 17, 2019 at 2:06 pm

      I am wanting to try vegan recipes and this looks like the place to start! I'm trying keto but the amount of cheese is killing me! (Not to mention breaking me out!) These look AMAZING!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        January 18, 2019 at 9:53 am

        Hi Kearney! I don't know much about keto, and really any other of the diets out there, I just create recipes that we love using plant based whole foods! This is one of my favorites because it is so flavorful!

        Reply
    2. Mary

      March 01, 2018 at 1:50 pm

      I love your recipes But it's so difficult to read the recipes due to the print being so light. Could anything be done to make it easier to read. Thanks

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        March 01, 2018 at 8:20 pm

        Hi Mary, sorry you're having trouble reading it. This is the way my theme was designed so unless I go in and code it to pitch black, then it is what it is. Some people prefer the dark grey because it's not as harsh on the eyes as black so it really is just a personal preference. You can try printing it out and reading it instead, adjusting the brightness and/or contrast on your screen or even highlighting the text with your cursor and tell your computer to read it out loud.

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    3. Sue

      February 08, 2018 at 9:43 pm

      Thanks for sharing this amazing-looking recipe! I’m literally DROOLING right now & I can’t wait to try it! What size can of chick peas do you use?

      Thanks again!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        February 10, 2018 at 7:31 am

        Hi Sue! You’ll love it! The brand I use has 15 ounce cans but it’s fine to use anywhere between 15-16 ounce cans. It won’t make a huge difference. I hope you love it as much as we do!

        Reply
    4. PamyB

      January 28, 2017 at 5:39 am

      This sounds REALLY good. As a newbie, do you think frozen spinach would work in this dish?

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        January 28, 2017 at 9:21 pm

        Hi! Thank you so much! It's really tasty. Yes, you definitely could try frozen spinach. The flavor may be a little stronger since fresh spinach has a more mild spinach flavor, but it would work. Don't put in 6 cups though, I'd start with 2 or 3 and add more if you want. Hope you like it!

        Reply
    5. Vegan Heaven

      December 04, 2016 at 12:25 pm

      Wow! This looks fantastic. An easy pasta dish is just perfect for the stressful days before Christmas. 🙂

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 04, 2016 at 9:39 pm

        Thank you Sina!

        Reply
    6. Nicole Dawson

      December 03, 2016 at 9:59 am

      I can always count on you for amazing pasta dishes!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 04, 2016 at 9:39 pm

        Awe! Thanks Nicole!!

        Reply
    7. Dreena Burton

      December 02, 2016 at 12:01 pm

      I have a spice crush with smoked paprika, lol! It's just one of those most irresistible spices, I keep returning to it. This dish looks WONDERFUL, Sophia. Healthy and comforting all together!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 02, 2016 at 10:15 pm

        Thank you Dreena! I think I may have a problem, with smoked paprika. I don't want help, but I can admit my extreme addiction so that's step one right?

        Reply
    8. Alisa Fleming

      December 02, 2016 at 9:05 am

      This looks just lovely Sophia! I've got a full rack of Simply Organic spices and I must say, the smoked paprika really gets a workout! I love it in rich tomato dishes like this.

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 02, 2016 at 10:14 pm

        I think I may have a smoked paprika addiction...

        Reply
    9. Molly Kumar

      December 01, 2016 at 8:51 pm

      This looks like a perfect winter meal and quick too. I love the combination of spices used to make the tomato sauce and I'm sure with chickpeas the pasta would taste yum!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 01, 2016 at 10:07 pm

        Thanks Molly!! It's such a great combo!

        Reply
    10. Nisha @ Honey What's Cooking

      December 01, 2016 at 3:35 pm

      Looks delicious. I probably can only handle 1.5 tsp of spice. 🙂
      I love Simply Organic products, it's the only brand I use.

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 01, 2016 at 10:05 pm

        You can add as much as you want! And Simply Organic is the best!

        Reply
    11. Uma

      November 30, 2016 at 9:50 am

      Perfect for this season! Right now I am hungry 😉

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 01, 2016 at 11:22 am

        Thanks Uma!

        Reply
    12. Aimee | Wallflower Kitchen

      November 30, 2016 at 3:29 am

      Drooling over here right now. I love spicy smoky flavours so this is right up my alley 🙂

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 01, 2016 at 11:22 am

        I'll get you a bib! LOL Thank you Aimee!

        Reply
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