Fusilli With Basil, Feta and Plum Tomatoes

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Fusilli With Basil, Feta and Plum Tomatoes recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 -10 plum tomatoes , peeled , seeds removed , chopped
	1/2 cup fresh basil , cut in a chiffonade
	4 scallions , thinly sliced
	3 garlic cloves , minced
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	6 -8 ounces feta cheese , cut into 1/2 inch cubes ( or goat cheese )
	1 lb fusilli

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

360

Sugar

Fat

18g

If you're looking for a pasta dish that's easy to make and full of flavor, you'll love this Fusilli With Basil, Feta and Plum Tomatoes recipe. This dish has a Mediterranean flare with its use of olive oil, feta cheese, and fresh herbs. The combination of the tangy feta, sweet tomatoes, and fragrant basil creates a dish that's both hearty and satisfying.

Instructions

1.	Cook fusilli pasta according to package instructions.
2.	While the pasta is cooking, heat up olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
3.	Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4.	Add chopped tomatoes, scallions, and basil to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the tomato mixture has thickened.
5.	Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the tomato mixture and toss.
6.	Add the cubed feta cheese to the pasta and toss again.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This simple recipe is quick and easy to make.

The combination of tangy feta cheese, crisp scallions, sweet plum tomatoes, and fragrant basil creates a flavorful dish.

Perfect for weeknights when you want something hearty and comforting.

CONS

This pasta dish is quite rich due to the addition of feta cheese.

If you’re watching your calorie and fat intake, this might not be the best option for you.

It’s also not the most colorful dish out there as it mainly consists of shades of red and green.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of vitamins C and K, as well as potassium and lycopene.
Basil has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may help protect against certain diseases.
Feta cheese is lower in calories than other types of cheese and contains protein and calcium.