Description
Creamy feta tomato pasta is a comforting and vibrant dish that pairs the tangy richness of feta with sweet cherry tomatoes and perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. The combination of fresh ingredients creates a visually stunning meal that pleases both the palate and the eyes. Serve it as a standalone treat or alongside grilled chicken for a heartier option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the penne until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in crumbled feta cheese and mix until creamy; add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Combine drained pasta and chopped basil into the skillet, tossing gently to coat well.
- Serve immediately, drizzled with extra olive oil and garnished with more basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 20mg