Spinach and Feta Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Spinach and Feta Pasta, a quick and easy dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors! Perfectly cooked pasta is tossed with garlicky sautéed spinach, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. A touch of reserved pasta water brings everything together into a silky, light sauce that’s irresistibly delicious. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this vegetarian delight is ideal for busy schedules while still delivering a wholesome and satisfying meal. Serve it as a main course or pair it with a side salad and crusty bread for an easy crowd-pleasing dinner. Don’t forget the optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 200 grams Fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 150 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 120 milliliters Pasta cooking water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 milliliters of the pasta cooking water before draining.
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.
Add the spinach to the skillet, stirring frequently, and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
Season the spinach with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the spinach and toss to combine.
Pour in about 60 milliliters of the reserved pasta water and mix well to create a light sauce. Add more pasta water if needed.
Stir in the crumbled feta cheese, allowing it to melt slightly and coat the pasta.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.6 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 2932 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.4 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 958 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1466 mg | 31% | |
*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.
