Tossed Pasta with Olives and Feta
A vibrant and flavorful pasta dish that combines briny olives with creamy feta for a delightful meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or farfalle)
- 1 cup olives (black or green, pitted)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced, optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or mint, chopped)
Instructions
- Begin by cooking your chosen pasta in well-salted water according to the package instructions, stirring occasionally. Once al dente, drain and cool slightly under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with pitted olives (halved or whole) and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic (if using), fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Carefully pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Add the freshly chopped herbs and toss once more to incorporate.
- Finally, serve the Tossed Pasta with Olives and Feta chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For added flavor, include sun-dried tomatoes or toasted pine nuts. Adjust the recipe to include your favorite pasta shapes and cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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