Greek Pasta
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this vibrant and flavorful Greek Pasta recipe! Featuring al dente penne tossed in a luscious blend of garlic-sautéed cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and tender baby spinach, this dish is the perfect harmony of fresh and savory flavors. A zesty splash of lemon juice and bright lemon zest add a refreshing twist, while crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley bring that classic Greek flair. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this easy-to-make pasta is a delightful weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing choice for gatherings. Bursting with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, this Greek-inspired pasta recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release some juices.
Add the Kalamata olives, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Toss in the baby spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. If the mixture seems dry, stir in a splash of the reserved pasta water.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
Plate the pasta and sprinkle generously with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.1 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1388 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 487 mg | 10% | |
*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.
