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Spinach and Feta Pasta

Creamy Spinach and Feta Pasta Ready in Just 25 Minutes

This quick and easy Spinach and Feta Pasta recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for a healthy and family-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose any type you prefer.
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Feta Cheese Always use block feta.
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Squeeze out excess water if using frozen.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest Optional.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Optional.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat and crumble in the feta. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  5. Gradually add reserved pasta water, stirring to emulsify the sauce until creamy.
  6. Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, omit spinach and feta before freezing, then reheat and mix in fresh ingredients when ready to eat.

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