Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Supper

From the Vitality Food Feature ‘Turning Vegetables and Fruits Into Oodles of Noodles‘.

Here’s a delightful garlicky good main course dish that’s always a big hit with family and friends! Serve with crusty bread and red wine for toasting. (Serves 6)

Ingredients

• 4 cups of zucchini ‘spaghetti’ noodles
• 1-1/2 cups whole grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts
• 3/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
• 2 cups cooked, drained chickpeas
• 1 thinly sliced jalapeno or chili pepper
• 4 Tbsp olive oil
• Juice and grated zest of 1 lemon
• 6 cloves minced garlic (or less to suit taste)
• 2 Tbsp chopped parsley
• Black pepper to taste
• Crumbled feta cheese for garnishing (or non-dairy alternative)

1) Put all ingredients, except feta, into a large bowl and blend well. Chill for several hours in order to draw out the flavours.

2) Garnish with feta upon serving.