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Quick Spinach and Feta Pasta

Delicious Quick Spinach and Feta Pasta Ready in 25 Minutes

Quick Spinach and Feta Pasta is a vibrant, soul-soothing meal that you can whip up in just 25 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne or Fusilli Pasta Use for optimal sauce adherence
For the Sauce
  • 4 ounces Feta Cheese Use block feta for creaminess
  • 5 ounces Fresh Spinach Can use frozen if thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice From half a lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest From half a lemon
  • Salt Adjust to taste
  • Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil 8 ounces of pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 5 ounces of fresh spinach, cooking for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  4. Stir in 4 ounces of crumbled feta cheese along with lemon juice and zest, mixing until the feta begins to melt.
  5. Gradually add reserved pasta water to create a smooth sauce, using as needed for desired consistency.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then gently fold in the cooked pasta until well-coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water for creaminess.

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