Feta Cheese Pasta with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes
Indulge in a delightful dish that combines the creamy tang of feta cheese with fresh spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes, all tossed together with perfectly cooked pasta. This vibrant recipe is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With the added brightness of lemon juice and garlic, every bite is a celebration of taste and texture that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz farfalle pasta
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 6 oz)
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering them into one place for smooth cooking.
- Cook the farfalle pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in fresh spinach and halved cherry tomatoes; cook until spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- Combine the drained pasta with the sautéed vegetables. Crumble feta on top and drizzle with lemon juice; gently toss to combine.
- Serve hot, ensuring the feta melts slightly for maximum creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg