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Pasta with Feta, Tomatoes, and Spinach

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This Pasta with Feta, Tomatoes, and Spinach recipe is a quick and healthy Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, spinach, and feta cheese, it's a light yet flavorful meal you can prepare in just 30 minutes. This versatile dish can also be paired with grilled meats or seafood for a more hearty option.

Ingredients

8 oz bow-tie pasta (or any short-cut pasta like penne or fusilli)

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

2 cups fresh spinach (or other leafy greens like arugula or kale)

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 block (about 4 oz) feta cheese, crumbled

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp salt

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta in a large pot of water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  • Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes, until tomatoes soften.

  • Wilt the spinach: Add spinach to the skillet and cook until it wilts.

  • Add feta: Stir in the crumbled feta cheese and cook for an additional minute.

  • Combine with pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomato-spinach mixture. Pour in freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir to combine. Heat everything for about 1 minute.

  • Serve: Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can swap feta for fresh mozzarella, Parmesan, or a dairy-free option if desired.

  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or beans to increase the protein content.

  • Feel free to incorporate other veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for extra flavor.

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