Mediterranean Pasta Recipe
Pasta tossed with Mediterranean flavors.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Pasta
Vegetables
Herbs and Seasoning
Dressing
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water. Add the pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually about 8-10 minutes).
- 2
Drain and Rinse
Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Preparing the Vegetables
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the red onion and bell pepper, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Spinach
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes are slightly softened.
- 5
Incorporate Olives and Seasoning
Stir in the sliced olives, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Combine Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine everything well.
- 7
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil and lemon juice. Pour over the pasta and vegetable mixture.
- 8
Add Feta and Serve
Finally, add the crumbled feta cheese and toss everything again to distribute evenly. Serve warm or at room temperature.
