Easy Mediterranean Pasta: Quick Flavor Adventure at Home

This Easy Mediterranean Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish featuring sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, and feta cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 ounces Pasta spaghetti or penne works best

For the Sauté

2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
2 cloves Garlic minced

For the Fresh Flavor

2 cups Sun-Ripened Tomatoes cherry recommended
1 cup Bell Peppers mixed colors
1 medium Zucchini
1 cup Fresh Basil use dried basil sparingly if needed

For the Creamy Finish

1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
1 teaspoon Chili Flakes adjust to taste

For Extra Heartiness

1 cup Optional Protein e.g., grilled chicken or shrimp

For the Briny Touch

1/2 cup Olives black or green, optional

Equipment

large pot
Large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add sun-ripened tomatoes, bell peppers, and zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together for about 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and fold in basil, feta cheese, and chili flakes. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables and proteins based on your preferences or seasonal availability.

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