Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Lemon Feta Pasta Recipe, a perfect combination of zesty lemon and rich feta cheese that transforms your pasta into an unforgettable dish. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, ready in just 20 minutes! The creamy sauce, infused with fresh herbs and optional spices, elevates traditional pasta while allowing for customization to suit every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or whole milk)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in feta cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; mix until the cheese melts into a smooth sauce.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water gradually to achieve desired consistency; season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce until fully coated; garnish with herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg