Pasta with Basil, Tomatoes, and Feta

Fresh veggies and flavorful feta cheese make this Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish big on flavor and short on prep time.

Iain Bagwell

12 ounces dried penne pasta

1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes

1 cup chopped or slivered fresh basil leaves

3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (4 oz.)

2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

3 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper

Step 1

In a 4- to 5-quart pan over high heat, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender to bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 2

Meanwhile, rinse, core, seed, and chop tomatoes. In a large bowl, mix tomatoes, basil, 1/2 cup feta, garlic, and olive oil. Add hot cooked pasta and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup feta.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 347Calories from Fat 31

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%

Saturated Fat 3.9g20%
Cholesterol 17mg6%
Sodium 225mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 49g17%

Dietary Fiber 3.3g14%
Protein 11g22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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