Creamy Feta Pasta
Creamy Feta Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the tangy richness of feta cheese with sweet cherry tomatoes, all enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Each bite offers a burst of Mediterranean flavor, making it a must-try for pasta lovers. With its vibrant colors and customizable ingredients, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 6 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they burst and release their juices.
- Crumble feta cheese into the skillet, stirring gently until it melts into a creamy sauce. Optionally, add reserved pasta water for extra creaminess.
- Drain the cooked pasta (reserve some water) and toss it with the feta-tomato mixture until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg