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Greek Pasta with Feta and Olives (25-Minutes) Recipe

Greek Pasta with Feta and Olives (25-Minutes) Recipe
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A quick and flavorful Greek Pasta with Feta and Olives recipe that can be prepared in just 25 minutes. This dish combines al dente pasta, tangy feta cheese, briny Kalamata olives, fresh cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, making it a perfect weeknight meal or a light Mediterranean-inspired lunch.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, fusilli, or your choice)

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ small red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes (halved)

Oils & Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Others

  • ½ cup Kalamata olives (sliced)
  • ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water (if needed for sauce)
  • Fresh basil (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: 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 about ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped red onion. Sauté for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.
  3. Cook the Tomatoes: Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until they start to soften and burst, stirring occasionally to promote even cooking and release their juices.
  4. Combine Everything: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes and aromatics. Stir in the sliced Kalamata olives, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. If the mixture appears dry, gradually add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce and help coat the pasta evenly.
  5. Add the Feta and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese to allow it to soften slightly without melting completely. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and an optional drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant Greek pasta dish.

Notes

  • You can use any short pasta like penne, fusilli, or farfalle; fresh pasta works well too.
  • Adjust salt carefully as feta and olives add saltiness.
  • Reserve pasta water is essential to create a light sauce and help ingredients bind.
  • For extra protein, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or dill can be used instead of basil for variation.

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