Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Feta
Transform simple pantry staples into a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece with this Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Feta recipe! Perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti is tossed in a light, garlicky sauce made from juicy cherry tomatoes, infused with fruity olive oil and a touch of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Creamy crumbles of feta cheese melt into the dish for a tangy twist, while fresh basil leaves add a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pasta recipe is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for dinner parties. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish with a crisp green salad and a glass of your favorite white wine for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is effortless. Keywords: spaghetti with tomatoes, pasta with feta, quick Mediterranean pasta, easy weeknight dinner, cherry tomato spaghetti.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 10 grams fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Step 4
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Step 5
Season the tomato mixture with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
Step 6
Once the spaghetti is cooked and drained, add it to the skillet with the tomatoes. Toss to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, to create a light sauce.
Step 7
Crumble the feta cheese over the pasta and gently toss to distribute.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the heat, tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces, and scatter them over the pasta.
Step 9
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the dish for extra flavor.
Step 10
Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil and a touch of freshly cracked black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1132.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1643.9 |
| Total Fat 93.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g | |
| Cholesterol 133.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4106.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 152.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.9g | |
| Protein 49.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 880.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1549.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories