Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Cheese

Health score
31%
Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Cheese
45 min.
4
372kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pasta game with a burst of flavor? This Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Cheese is not just a meal; it's an experience that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're serving it as a side dish, a light lunch, or a satisfying main course.

The star of this recipe is the sun-dried tomatoes, which bring a delightful sweetness and depth to the pesto. Combined with fresh basil, garlic, and a hint of black pepper, this pesto is a symphony of flavors that clings beautifully to the linguine. The addition of crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy element that perfectly balances the richness of the pesto, while slivered almonds provide a satisfying crunch.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dish that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With only 372 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this delightful Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Cheese. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil loosely packed
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoon bottled garlic minced
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • ounce pasta fresh refrigerated
  • tablespoons parmesan fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons slivered almonds 
  • 0.8 cup sun-dried olives drained

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to the package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. Drain through a sieve over a bowl, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid. Return pasta to pan.
  3. While pasta cooks, place tomatoes and next 6 ingredients (through black pepper) in a food processor; process until finely chopped.
  4. Combine tomato mixture and the reserved 1 cup cooking liquid, stirring with a whisk.
  5. Add to pasta; toss well to coat.
  6. Sprinkle with feta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories372kcal
Protein16.26%
Fat18.42%
Carbs65.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67
Glycemic Load
22.43
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.525217428156%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.42kcal
18.62%
Fat:7.8g
11.99%
Saturated Fat:2.76g
17.22%
Carbohydrates:62.21g
20.74%
Net Carbohydrates:56.87g
20.68%
Sugar:9.74g
10.82%
Cholesterol:14.32mg
4.77%
Sodium:519mg
22.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.49g
30.98%
Selenium:44.88µg
64.12%
Manganese:1.18mg
59.05%
Phosphorus:289.93mg
28.99%
Copper:0.55mg
27.65%
Potassium:918.6mg
26.25%
Magnesium:93.23mg
23.31%
Fiber:5.34g
21.35%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.39%
Iron:3.13mg
17.38%
Vitamin B3:3.32mg
16.6%
Calcium:159.19mg
15.92%
Vitamin K:15.72µg
14.97%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.87%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.83%
Zinc:2mg
13.34%
Vitamin C:9.52mg
11.55%
Vitamin E:1.4mg
9.33%
Vitamin B5:0.9mg
9.04%
Folate:33.57µg
8.39%
Vitamin A:339.8IU
6.8%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.49%
Source:My Recipes