Farfalle with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese

Vegetarian
Health score
25%
Farfalle with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese
45 min.
8
371kcal

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Indulge in a burst of Mediterranean flavors with our flavorful Farfalle with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese, a delightful dish that combines the timeless elegance of pasta with the fresh and vibrant ingredients of the season. Perfect for a variety of occasions, whether you're looking for a satisfying side dish, a light lunch, or a delightful main course, this recipe is designed to please everyone at the table.

The farfalle pasta, with its charming bow-tie shape, serves as the ideal base for the dish, holding onto the luscious ingredients. Juicy roma tomatoes, tangy kalamata olives, and briny capers come together to create a refreshing mix that sings of summer, while crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, savory touch that elevates the entire dish. Fresh basil leaves bring an aromatic finish that transports your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean coast.

This recipe is not only vegetarian but also embodies a harmonious balance of nutrients with a caloric breakdown rich in carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats. In just 45 minutes, you can prepare this wholesome meal for up to eight people, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. Enjoy the freshness, the flavor, and the beautiful presentation of this exquisite pasta dish that will surely become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • servings balsamic vinaigrette 
  • 10  basil julienned
  • 1.5 pounds farfalle pasta 
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • teaspoons capers drained
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 cup onion diced red
  •  roma tomatoes diced seeded

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  2. Combine the pasta, tomatoes, olives, onions, capers, cheese, and basil.
  3. Pour on the vinaigrette and toss lightly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories371kcal
Protein14.35%
Fat13.05%
Carbs72.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.5
Glycemic Load
26.26
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.183043336091%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.32mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
1.4mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
3.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:370.99kcal
18.55%
Fat:5.34g
8.21%
Saturated Fat:1.87g
11.7%
Carbohydrates:66.8g
22.27%
Net Carbohydrates:63.09g
22.94%
Sugar:3.86g
4.29%
Cholesterol:9.46mg
3.15%
Sodium:297.22mg
12.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.21g
26.42%
Selenium:55.47µg
79.24%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.55%
Phosphorus:210.38mg
21.04%
Fiber:3.71g
14.85%
Copper:0.29mg
14.75%
Magnesium:54.46mg
13.61%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.73%
Zinc:1.61mg
10.71%
Vitamin A:493.26IU
9.87%
Vitamin B3:1.87mg
9.33%
Potassium:321.61mg
9.19%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.04%
Vitamin C:7mg
8.48%
Calcium:82.23mg
8.22%
Iron:1.39mg
7.71%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.69%
Folate:27.78µg
6.94%
Vitamin K:6.42µg
6.11%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.22%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.66%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.99%
Source:Epicurious