Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Lemon Feta Pasta, a delightful dish that combines creamy feta cheese with zesty lemon for a taste of summer in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress. With fresh ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll create a stunning meal that looks as good as it tastes. Whether served warm or cold, this pasta dish is a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 6 oz fresh feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 large fresh lemons, zested and juiced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Boil pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté garlic and tomatoes: In a skillet over medium heat, combine olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds, then add halved cherry tomatoes until softened.
- 3. Add feta and lemon: Crumble feta into the skillet and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture. Stir gently for about two minutes until warmed through.
- 4. Combine pasta and sauce: Toss the drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Toss with basil: Fold in chopped fresh basil just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg