Hummus Pasta with Mushrooms and Parsley Recipe
This creamy and flavorful Hummus Pasta recipe combines tender rigatoni with sautéed mushrooms and a velvety hummus sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a simple yet satisfying vegetarian dish perfect for weeknight dinners. The hummus adds richness and protein while the mushrooms bring an earthy depth, complemented by fresh parsley and garlic.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta (or any pasta of choice)
Mushrooms & Seasoning
- 1 pound mushrooms, cleaned and thinly sliced (about 4mm thick)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Sauce
- 1 heaping cup hummus
- Reserved pasta water (about 1 to 2 cups)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Before draining, reserve two cups of pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside. (Start this step about 10 minutes into cooking the mushrooms to ensure timing).
- Cook Mushrooms: While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the grated garlic, sliced mushrooms, 1 teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Sauté the mushrooms for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and tender.
- Make Sauce: Reduce the heat to low. Add a heaping cup of hummus and 1 cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet with the mushrooms. Stir continuously until the hummus melts into a creamy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Add Pasta: Turn off the heat. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat each piece in the creamy hummus sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add more reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve the pasta warm, garnished with freshly cracked black pepper, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, and a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil. Optionally, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water before draining as it helps adjust the sauce consistency perfectly.
- You can use any pasta shape, but rigatoni or penne works best to hold the sauce.
- The hummus adds protein and creaminess, making this a quick vegetarian meal option.
- For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a vegan alternative.
- Make sure mushrooms are browned properly for best flavor rather than steamed.
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