Description
This Mediterranean-inspired pasta is packed with vibrant flavors! Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy feta, and fresh spinach come together for a quick and easy meatless meal. Perfect as a vegetarian main or a side with grilled meats, salmon, or shrimp.
Ingredients
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10 oz farfalle pasta (or any pasta of choice)
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1 tbsp olive oil (plus more if needed)
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8 oz grape tomatoes (red and yellow, halved)
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp paprika
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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5 oz fresh spinach, chopped
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6 oz crumbled feta cheese
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3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
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Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Cook Veggies: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add tomatoes, garlic, salt, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften and release juices.
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Combine & Serve: Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Mix in feta cheese. Add cooked pasta and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Reheat for 1 minute and add extra olive oil if needed.
Notes
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You can use any type of pasta such as penne, spaghetti, or fusilli depending on your preference.
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For added flavor, consider drizzling some balsamic glaze on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg