Greek Spaghetti with Tomato, Feta, and Fresh Herbs Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Greek-inspired spaghetti dish featuring a flavorful tomato sauce infused with oregano, garlic, fresh herbs, and tangy feta cheese. Perfect for a quick and light Mediterranean meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 6 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti
Sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cups chopped seeded plum tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Topping
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add dried oregano and minced garlic, sautéing for about one minute until the garlic becomes tender and fragrant. Stir in chopped seeded plum tomatoes, sliced green onions, 2 tablespoons of the minced parsley, fresh basil, and lemon juice. Cook and stir the mixture for two minutes until heated through. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Finish the spaghetti: Add the drained spaghetti directly into the skillet with the tomato herb sauce. Toss to combine thoroughly. Stir in 3/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese, salt, and pepper. Plate the pasta and then sprinkle the remaining feta cheese and the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley over the top. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use seeded plum tomatoes to reduce excess moisture in the sauce and keep the dish fresh.
- You can substitute thin spaghetti with linguine or angel hair pasta if preferred.
- For extra protein, grilled chicken or shrimp pairs well with this dish.
- If desired, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for some heat.
- This dish is best enjoyed immediately to preserve the texture of the pasta and freshness of the herbs and feta.
Keywords: Greek spaghetti, feta pasta, Mediterranean pasta dish, quick Greek dinner, tomato feta pasta
