Gluten-Free Spaghetti with Feta

This Gluten-Free Spaghetti with Feta is a delightful Greek-inspired dish that combines the savory taste of feta cheese with fresh vegetables and herbs. It's a quick and healthy option perfect for any weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free spaghetti - 150 grams
• Feta cheese, crumbled - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 200 grams
• Spinach, fresh - 100 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the vegetables, along with the reserved pasta water, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
7. Remove from heat and fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with additional feta if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from feta cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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