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Greek Spaghetti

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A vibrant and healthy pasta dish combining fresh ingredients with a tangy kick from lemon and feta, perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb spaghetti Use gluten-free pasta if desired
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil Divided for use in various steps
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives, sliced Can swap for green olives if preferred
  • 4 oz crumbled feta cheese Use vegan feta for dairy-free option
  • 4-5 leaves fresh basil, thinly sliced Optional for garnish
  • fresh chopped basil or parsley Optional for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Spaghetti
  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water before draining.
Preparing the Dish
  1. Mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil into the drained spaghetti and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onions until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Incorporate minced garlic into the pan and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the halved cherry tomatoes with the remaining olive oil and sauté until tomatoes soften and burst.
  5. Add fresh baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the sliced kalamata olives, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for about 1 minute.
  7. Remove skillet from heat and add the cooked spaghetti and reserved pasta water; toss well to coat.
  8. Gently fold in the crumbled feta and fresh basil; give it one more toss to combine.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or olive oil. Freeze before adding feta for best results.
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