Farfalle with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese

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

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Are you looking for a delightful and vibrant dish that perfectly balances flavors and textures? Look no further than our Farfalle with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese! This vegetarian recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome option for any meal of the day, whether it be a side dish, a light lunch, or a satisfying main course.

Imagine twirling perfectly cooked farfalle pasta around your fork, each piece capturing the essence of fresh, juicy roma tomatoes and the briny goodness of kalamata olives. The addition of crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy element that elevates the dish to new heights. With the aromatic touch of julienned basil and the subtle zing from capers, every bite is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors.

This recipe is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. With 8 generous servings, it’s perfect for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that includes 14.35% protein, 13.05% fat, and 72.6% carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a pasta dish that will impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

  • servings balsamic vinaigrette 
  • 10  basil leaves julienned
  • 1.5 pounds bow tie pasta 
  • 0.5 cup calamata 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