Spaghetti with Tomato and Feta Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Spaghetti with Tomato and Feta Sauce! This easy yet elegant recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a rich tomato sauce made from sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes, sautéed garlic, and crumbly feta cheese, creating a creamy, tangy flavor profile. A touch of dried oregano and red chili flakes adds warmth and depth, while a garnish of fresh basil brings vibrant freshness to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish is perfect for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Quick, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying, it’s a one-pot meal your family will request time and time again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 400 grams cherry tomatoes
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- for garnish fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Set the cooked spaghetti aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices, forming a light sauce.
Crumble the feta cheese into the skillet and stir to combine. Let it melt slightly, creating a creamy consistency.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the sauce. If the sauce appears too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the spaghetti to serving bowls.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.0 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 4100 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 869 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1305 mg | 28% | |
*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.
