Pasta with Zucchini and Feta

This Pasta with Zucchini and Feta is a vibrant Moroccan-inspired dish that combines the freshness of zucchini with the creaminess of feta cheese, creating a delightful burst of flavors. It's a quick, healthy meal perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• Pasta - 200 grams (spaghetti or penne)
• Zucchini - 1 medium (about 200 grams), thinly sliced
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly golden.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cumin powder, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the zucchini and tomatoes.
6. Mix in the crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and enough reserved pasta water to create a light sauce. Toss everything together gently until combined.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and tomatoes
• High in antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation

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