Description
Creamy Lemon Feta Pasta is a tantalizing Mediterranean dish that combines the tangy goodness of feta cheese with the bright zing of fresh lemon in a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce penne pasta
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 ounce feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
3. Make the Creamy Feta Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, crumbled feta, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the feta has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
4. Season to Perfection: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes, if desired, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Toss the Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the creamy feta sauce and toss to coat each noodle evenly.
6. Serve and Garnish: Transfer the Creamy Lemon Feta Pasta to plates and garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy every bite!
Notes
This dish can be customized with protein options like grilled chicken or shrimp, or vegetable additions such as spinach or cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg