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Creamy Beef & Chickpea Pasta with Herbed Olive Oil (Gut-Friendly, Allergen-Aware)

A creamy, protein-packed stovetop pasta dinner featuring ground beef, antioxidant-rich zucchini, and gluten-free chickpea pasta for lasting satiety and nourishment. Free from common allergens including gluten, dairy alternatives, nuts, soy, garlic, coconut, and more, this meal is expertly seasoned with oregano, thyme, basil, parsley, and paprika for a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Extra virgin olive oil and blended zucchini create a luscious, gut-friendly sauce—no cream, cheese, or hidden irritants required (with the option to add light cream if tolerated). Optional spinach lends an extra boost of magnesium, iron, and folate. Finished with fresh parsley, basil, and lemon zest, this easy, 30-minute dish prioritizes Chefari-recommended nutrients and digestive comfort—perfect for anyone seeking a high-satiety, allergen-aware, and deeply satisfying pasta experience.

High Protein
Gluten-Free
Allergen-Aware
Gut-Friendly
Anti-Inflammatory
Dairy-Free Option
Casein/Lactose Optional
No Nuts
No Soy
No Garlic
No Coconut
No Sugar
No Mustard
High Iron
High Folate
High Magnesium
High Zinc
High Vitamin D
Low Sugar
Dinner
Lunch
Quick & Easy
Family-Friendly
Satisfying
Mediterranean Inspired
Overview

Prep Time

10 min


Cook Time

20 min


Total Time

30 min


Yield

4 servings


Serving Size

1 bowl (400 grams)

Chickpea Pasta

Any shape—penne, rotini, or shells

Recommended Brand: Banza, Tolerant, or Jovial

8 ounces (about 225g)

Ground Beef

Grass-fed if possible, for more omega-3 & iron

1 pound (450g), 90-96% lean

Zucchini

Chopped; for blending into the sauce for creaminess

2 small (about 250g total)

Olive Oil

For richness and creaminess

Recommended Brand: Extra Virgin

2 tablespoons

Light Cream (optional; ONLY IF TOLERATED)

Use only if okay with casein/lactose—otherwise omit and use extra olive oil

1/4 cup (60ml)

Baby Spinach (optional)

Roughly chopped; stirred in at the end for gut and nutrient boost

2 cups (loosely packed)

Dried Oregano

1 teaspoon

Dried Thyme

3/4 teaspoon

Dried Basil

1 teaspoon

Paprika

Sweet or smoked

3/4 teaspoon

Black Pepper

Freshly ground preferred

1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)

Salt

Sea salt or kosher salt

3/4 teaspoon (or to taste)

Fresh Parsley

For bright, gut-friendly finish

1/4 cup, chopped

Fresh Basil

For garnish; extra flavor and antioxidants

2 tablespoons, chopped (optional)

Lemon Zest

Finishing touch for brightness and digestion

1 teaspoon

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts


Calories per Serving

430

Total Fat

17g

Saturated Fat

5g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

8g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

55mg

Sodium

570mg

Total Carbohydrates

38g

Dietary Fiber

10g

Soluble Fiber

4g

Insoluble Fiber

6g

Total Sugars

6g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

31g


Calcium

90mg

Iron

5.6mg

Potassium

1020mg

Vitamin A

1850mcg

Vitamin C

28mg

Phosphorus

420mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Gluten
Wheat
Tree Nuts
Almonds
Soy
Dairy Alternatives
Coconut
Garlic
Mustard
Sugar
Sesame
Corn
Banana
Chia Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Psyllium Husk