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15-Minute Mediterranean Pasta

A quick and vibrant pasta dish with garlic, olives, tomatoes, lemon, and feta inspired by Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Base
  • 12 oz pasta penne, fusilli, or spaghetti
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata olives sliced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 0.75 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve some pasta water and drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  3. Add tomatoes and olives. Cook 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Stir in oregano, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Add pasta water if needed.
  6. Remove from heat. Fold in feta and parsley.
  7. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

Great with grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for added protein.