Greek Style Pasta
Transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean with this vibrant and flavorful Greek Style Pasta recipe. Perfectly al dente penne is tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy crumbles of feta cheese, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Aromatic garlic and red onion sautéed in extra virgin olive oil elevate the dish, while a splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and makes an ideal weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile, Greek-inspired feast that’s as satisfying as it is effortless. Keywords: Greek Style Pasta, Mediterranean pasta recipe, easy weeknight dinner, feta cheese, Kalamata olives.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Penne pasta
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams Kalamata olives
- 150 grams Feta cheese
- 1 medium Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions for al dente texture, usually 10-12 minutes. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the fresh parsley. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion softens slightly.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and release their juices.
Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the cooked and drained pasta, Kalamata olives, and squeeze in fresh lemon juice. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the pasta and toss gently to combine.
Crumble the feta cheese over the pasta and mix gently, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish. Remove from heat and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.4 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 5348 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 322.5 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 73.6 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 898 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1216 mg | 26% | |
*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.
