Greek Penne Pasta 6 Ww Points
Take your taste buds on a Mediterranean getaway with this Greek Penne Pasta, a flavorful and healthy dish that's only 6 WW Points per serving! Packed with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and creamy reduced-fat feta, this easy-to-make recipe balances vibrant freshness with satisfying richness. A light, zesty blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, oregano, and parsley ties everything together, making it a perfect dinner option for those watching their points without sacrificing taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick, low-calorie pasta dish is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it warm and savor every guilt-free bite of this Weight Watchers-friendly Mediterranean delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cups kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 0.5 cups reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water before draining the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but still hold their shape.
Stir in the halved kalamata olives, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to combine with the tomato and olive mixture.
Add the reserved pasta water, fresh lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Toss again until the pasta is evenly coated and the ingredients are well mixed.
Remove from heat and divide the pasta into 4 servings. Top each portion with crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese.
Serve warm and enjoy your healthy Greek Penne Pasta dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 3338 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.8 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 786 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1771 mg | 38% | |
*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.
