Spinach and Feta Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Spinach and Feta Pasta, a quick and easy dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors! Perfectly cooked pasta is tossed with garlicky sautéed spinach, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. A touch of reserved pasta water brings everything together into a silky, light sauce that’s irresistibly delicious. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this vegetarian delight is ideal for busy schedules while still delivering a wholesome and satisfying meal. Serve it as a main course or pair it with a side salad and crusty bread for an easy crowd-pleasing dinner. Don’t forget the optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 200 grams Fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 150 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 120 milliliters Pasta cooking water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 milliliters of the pasta cooking water before draining.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Step 4
Add the spinach to the skillet, stirring frequently, and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 5
Season the spinach with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Step 6
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the spinach and toss to combine.
Step 7
Pour in about 60 milliliters of the reserved pasta water and mix well to create a light sauce. Add more pasta water if needed.
Step 8
Stir in the crumbled feta cheese, allowing it to melt slightly and coat the pasta.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 10
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (818.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1192.9 |
| Total Fat 64.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 125.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2931.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 111.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.7g | |
| Protein 45.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 958.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1466.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories