Mediterranean Diet Baked Spaghetti
Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Diet Baked Spaghetti! This dish combines whole wheat spaghetti with a medley of fresh ingredients like sautéed garlic, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and tender baby spinach, all seasoned with classic Mediterranean spices like oregano and basil. Topped with a delightful blend of crumbled feta and Parmesan cheese, this baked pasta masterpiece is golden, gooey, and bursting with flavor. Perfect as a wholesome dinner for the entire family, it’s packed with nutrients and Mediterranean-inspired goodness in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is your go-to for a comforting yet nutritious meal that celebrates the heart-healthy Mediterranean lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they start to break down and release their juices, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the sliced kalamata olives, baby spinach, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine well with the sauce.
Transfer the spaghetti mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Remove the baked spaghetti from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy the Mediterranean flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.5 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.1 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 7546 mg | 328% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 75.2 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1839 mg | 141% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1999 mg | 43% | |
*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.
