Pasta with Tomatoes Green Beans Feta

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and effortless Pasta with Tomatoes, Green Beans, and Feta! This Mediterranean-inspired dish combines tender pasta, crisp green beans, and juicy cherry tomatoes in a light, garlicky sauce that’s bursting with fresh, summery flavors. Crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, salty tang, while a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice create a perfectly balanced finish. With just 30 minutes from prep to table, this one-pan recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Topped with aromatic fresh basil, it’s a wholesome and satisfying vegetarian pasta that celebrates simplicity and seasonal ingredients. Perfect for pairing with crusty bread and a crisp glass of white wine!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
• 200 g green beans, trimmed and halved
• 250 g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped

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. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set the pasta aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the green beans and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning the garlic.

Step 4

Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for 4-5 minutes, gently pressing on the tomatoes with the back of a spoon to release their juices and create a light sauce.

Step 5

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water. Stir to combine, allowing the sauce to coat the pasta evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes over low heat.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the pasta and sprinkle the chopped basil on top.

Step 8

Serve warm, garnished with extra feta and basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(926.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1163.8

Total Fat 68.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 83.3mg	0%
Sodium 3444.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 35.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 610.1mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1240.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.7%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 36.2%