Fresh Tomato Basil Pasta with Feta
Bursting with bright Mediterranean flavors, this Fresh Tomato Basil Pasta with Feta is a quick, vibrant weeknight dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes. Tender spaghetti is tossed with sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes sautéed in fragrant garlic and olive oil, creating a light and refreshing sauce. Fresh basil adds an aromatic, herbaceous touch, while creamy, tangy crumbled feta takes this dish to the next level. A hint of red pepper flakes provides optional heat for those who enjoy a little kick. Perfect for summer, this easy pasta recipe is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients and is sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy it as-is or pair it with a simple green salad for a complete meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti (or linguine)
- 2 cups ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.75 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Toss the halved cherry tomatoes into the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and release their juices.
Season the tomato mixture with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the cooked pasta.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes. Toss gently to combine.
Pour in the reserved pasta water a little at a time, stirring until the sauce lightly coats the pasta.
Remove the skillet from heat and add the fresh chopped basil. Toss to combine.
Serve the pasta immediately, topped with crumbled feta cheese. Garnish with additional basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
305 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.4 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 502 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 415 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
