Creamy Lemon Feta Pasta
Creamy Lemon Feta Pasta is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances tangy lemon with the rich creaminess of feta cheese. Ideal for summer gatherings or busy weeknights, this quick recipe combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful meal in just 25 minutes. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins, and impress your family and friends with its delightful taste and eye-catching presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley) for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Stir in crumbled feta and heavy cream, mixing until melted and creamy.
- Add fresh lemon juice and simmer for three minutes.
- Toss in the cooked pasta along with a splash of reserved pasta water until well combined.
- Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg