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Greek Pasta with Feta and Olives

Zesty Greek Pasta with Feta and Olives for a Flavor Boost

This Greek Pasta with Feta and Olives combines creamy feta, briny olives, and juicy tomatoes for a vibrant and satisfying vegetarian dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spaghetti or whole grain/gluten-free pasta
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Red Onion sliced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives pitted
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes adjust for spice level
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, around 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of cooking water before draining.
  2. Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: Stir in red onion and bell pepper; cook for 5 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Olives: Mix in cherry tomatoes and olives with oregano and red pepper flakes; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Season the Mixture: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
  6. Combine Pasta with Sauce: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, toss with reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauciness.
  7. Fold in Cheese and Herbs: Remove from heat and mix in feta, basil, and parsley.
  8. Finish with Lemon Juice: Squeeze lemon juice over the pasta and toss to combine.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs or feta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Taste as you go and adjust seasoning, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.

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