Carbonara Style Chickpea Spaghetti
Carbonara Style Chickpea Spaghetti
20 minutes total
- Chickpea and Red Lentil
- Dairy/Cream
- Gluten Free
- Long
- Pork/Sausage
- Protein
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Tip: Traditional Carbonara is made with guanciale, but if you are unable to find it at your local store, bacon or pancetta make a perfect substitution.
Carbonara Recipes

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Ingredients
Serves 4
1 | Box Barilla® Chickpea Spaghetti |
1 | Cup Pancetta, diced [optional guanciale or bacon] |
5 | Egg yolks |
½ Cup | Romano cheese, grated |
To taste | Freshly ground Black pepper |
To taste | Sea salt |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil; cook pasta according to package directions.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a skillet gently render pancetta over medium heat until crispy.
Step 3
In a bowl mix yolks, cheese, pepper and salt. Stir in 1/3 cup pasta cooking water to loosen up the mixture.
Step 4
Drain pasta and toss with pancetta off the heat.
Step 5
Stir in the yolk mixture and toss over low heat until sauce is coating pasta but still smooth.
Step 6
Serve immediately.

Chickpea Spaghetti
Surprisingly One Ingredient. All Chickpea, No Xanthan Gum.
Spaghetti made from chickpeas, and chickpeas only, for a good source of plant protein without additives, like xanthan gum. Make what you love without hesitation. Looking for cooking ideas? Check out our recipe section for more creative ways to get inspired.
- Shape Spaghetti
- Cook time 8–10 mins
- Pack size 8.8 oz.
- Range Chickpea and Red Lentil Pasta