Hearty Pasta With Tomatoes and Garbanzo Beans

Submitted by dulce_amore

"This is a yummy and filling vegetarian dish. I found this recipe online and played with it a bit-- this is the result! Tutto Bene!"

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 1-2

ingredients

• 4 ounces rotini pasta (1 c)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, sliced lengthwise
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (7 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• 1⁄4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1⁄4 cup fresh Baby Spinach
• 1⁄4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

directions

1. Cook rotini according to package directions; drain.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over med-high heat until hot. Add onion; cook 3 min or until light brown.
3. Add all remaining ingredients except cheese and spinach. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 min or until flavors have blended.
4. Add spinach; simmer additional 2-3 minutes or until wilted. Toss rotini with sauce; sprinkle with cheese.