Greek Pasta with Feta and Olives (25-Minutes)
Greek pasta with feta is a quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.This dish comes together in just 25 minutes and is packed with bold flavors, making it perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, fusilli, or your choice)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ small red onion finely chopped
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup Kalamata olives sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ½ cup reserved pasta water if needed for sauce
- Fresh basil for garnish, optional
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped red onion. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Cook the Tomatoes
- Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften and burst.
- Stir occasionally to allow even cooking.
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet.
- Stir in the Kalamata olives, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.
- If the mixture looks dry, gradually stir in reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Step 5: Add the Feta and Serve
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle in the crumbled feta cheese. Stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh basil and an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!