Pasta Pesto and Feta Toss
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Pasta Pesto and Feta Toss! Packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this quick and easy recipe brings together tender pasta, creamy basil pesto, and tangy crumbled feta cheese for a dish that’s bursting with fresh flavors. Juicy cherry tomatoes and baby spinach add a pop of color and nutrition, while toasted pine nuts (optional) lend a delightful crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder is a perfect choice for busy evenings or casual gatherings. Whether you’re a pasta lover or seeking a vegetarian dish that impresses, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
- 150 grams Basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 150 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 100 grams Baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0 to taste Salt
- 0 to taste Black pepper
- 50 grams Pine nuts, toasted (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 3
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and release their juices.
Step 4
Add the basil pesto to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic and tomatoes. If the sauce appears too thick, stir in a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen it.
Step 5
Add the baby spinach leaves to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until they wilt slightly.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat the pasta with the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat and gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
Step 8
Transfer the pasta to serving plates or a large serving bowl. Garnish with toasted pine nuts, if using.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your Pasta Pesto and Feta Toss!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1092.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2167.3 |
| Total Fat 158.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 137.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4909.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 137.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.5g | |
| Protein 63.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1114.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1723.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories