Description

Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes and Feta is a quick and nutritious dish that balances comfort and health. This recipe features fresh ingredients like spinach and tomatoes, combined with creamy feta cheese in a simple, satisfying pasta dish.

Ingredients

Scale

16 oz Dried Pasta (Penne or Fusilli)
5–6 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
2 cups Cherry or Grape Tomatoes
8 oz Feta Cheese
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 cloves Fresh Garlic
1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
Salt and Black Pepper to taste
1/4 cup Fresh Basil

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil
While the water heats, prep the vegetables by halving the tomatoes
Once the water is boiling, add the pasta and cook until al dente
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add minced garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant
Add halved tomatoes and a pinch of salt; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes
Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted
Reserve half a cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta
Add pasta to the skillet, crumble feta cheese over top, and mix in reserved pasta water until creamy
Garnish with fresh basil and an extra drizzle of olive oil before serving

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

Experiment with substitutions like kale instead of spinach or adding grilled chicken.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 580 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: Unknown
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 52 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 14 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg

Keywords: pasta, spinach, tomatoes, feta, quick meal