Mediterranean Penne Recipe
Make Mediterranean Penne Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Herbs and Spices
Oils and Sauces
Cheese
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Penne
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Set pasta aside.
Preparing Vegetables
- 4
Chop Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking Vegetables
- 5
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 6
Add Other Vegetables
Add the chopped zucchini, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir to combine.
- 8
Season the Dish
Add dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and balsamic vinegar. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
- 9
Add Feta
Crumble the feta cheese over the pasta and gently toss to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
